“Gregor’s serious wound, from which he suffered for over a month - the apple remained imbedded in his flesh as a visible souvenir since no one dared to remove it - seemed to have reminded even his father that Gregor was a member of the family, in spite of his present pathetic and repulsive shape, who could not be treated as an enemy; that, on the contrary, it was the commandment of the family duty to swallow their disgust and endure him, endure him and nothing more.”
Franz Kafka's 'The Metamorphosis' is a novella that delves into the psychological and social impact of sudden and extreme transformation. The narrative follows Gregor Samsa, a traveling salesman, who wakes up one morning to find himself transformed into a monstrous insect. The story examines the struggle for identity and the alienation experienced by Gregor in a world that cannot comprehend his metamorphosis. Kafka's work is renowned for its complex and haunting portrayal of the human condition, often reflecting the anxieties and existential concerns of modern life. more
Franz Kafka (July 3, 1883 - June 3, 1924) was an important German-language novelist of the 20th century, known for his unique literary style and profound philosophical thoughts. His works, often themed around loneliness, alienation, and existentialism, have had a profound impact on literature and philosophy. more
“As I lie in bed I assume the shape of a big beetle, a stag beetle or a cockchafer, I think.”
“My money is in the hands of strangers.”