Critical Analysis Of Franz Kafka's 'The Metamorphosis'

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People behave inconsiderately in many ways. Some examples include cancelling plans at the last minute, making you wof all ages can wait for a long time, or simply not saying thanks. Unfortunately, no one can control the behavior of an inconsiderate person, but mechanisms are available when dealing and responding to these people. In my opinion, I believe being considerate is an important quality to have, whatever the consequences may be. It teaches the person to be grateful and as a result, they live a healthier life. In Franz Kafka 's story, The Metamorphosis, the moment Gregor Samsa is awakened, he finds he has been transformed into an insect, yet the family has no sense of gratitude for Gregory. Gregory’s transformation leaves him jobless and challenges emerge for the family. Throughout the passage, the author demonstrates the absurdity of life especially when individuals are forced to evolve their roles in order to survive. Using imagery, allegory and foreshadowing he describes events Gregory hears, sees, remembers, and imagines. He recounts the events of the story in a neutral tone speaking exclusively in third person. Nonetheless, the narrator endorses typical Kafkaesque elements focusing on Gregor’s thoughts, feelings, and actions. Towards …show more content…

Also, he uses imagery to describe how inconsiderate she is towards her brother. Towards the beginning, his sister would bring a wide selection for him to eat, “There were old, half-rotten vegetables; bones from the supper, coated with a white gravy that had solidified; a few raisins and almonds; a cheese...a dry slice of bread, a slice of bread and butter, and a slice of salted bread of butter.” As the years pass, she leaves his room barely cleaned and is no longer concerned about his food. She claims she has fulfilled her duty and insists on letting him go forgetting Gregor has worked nonstop to fulfill the family

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