Franz Kafka's The Metamorphosis is based on Gregor, the protagonist, that wakes up one day and finds himself all ready transformed into a beetle. Full of curiosity and doubt, he starts thinking about what to do with his life, family and job.

The Meaning of Metamorphosis is very significant in understanding the novel. Metamorphosis literally means some kind of transformation. This becomes really significant in the novel. Because Gregor transformed into a beetle, he begins questioning himself and everything around him. This changes his lifestyle. If Gregor wasn't transformed to any sort of thing, then the title wouldn't really be significant. But in t his case, it is.
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It seems that all the characters in The Metamorphosis seem to stay constant without changing except Gregor's sister, Grete. In Kafka's Metamorphosis Grete is experiencing many changes during her brother's transformation. Grete's metamorphosis is symmetrical to that of a flower. It occurs as a result of her surroundings coupled with what she is being subjected to. Through it all she goes from being a young seed to being a beautiful flower. Like a seed, Grete is simply an entity that has not reached full potential. Grete's love for Gregor is unmatched, even by that of their parents. "Aren't ...

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