Franz Kafka's 'The Metamorphosis' presents a surreal exploration of alienation and existential dread, encapsulated within the bizarre transformation of Gregor Samsa into a giant insect. Written in a concise and methodical style, the novella employs a blend of absurdism and realism to highlight the absurdities of modern life and the fragility of human identity. Kafka's vivid but unsettling imagery, alongside his keen psychological insights, situates the text within the broader context of early 2 ...