5/11/2023 0 Comments The metamorphosis franzThe story is told from Gregor’s perspective and therefore a reader should empathize with him to the greatest extent. They screamed in fright and disgust and Gregor sadly scampered back into the room. I found myself hoping that they’d somehow share his practical approach to the situation and find empathy for the poor man. When Gregor’s condition becomes clear to his family, their reaction is what a reader is probably expecting. Gregor’s responsibility to his family, and responsibility in general, is one of the most important themes of this piece. His family is far from wealthy and most of the money he makes goes to paying off his father’s debts. He is a traveling salesman, a job with people, and hours that he hates. As the story progresses and from Gregor’s perspective the reader learns more about his life, his dedication to his family is emphasized. His family, in all things, comes first for Gregor. This is a feature rather than a bug of his personality. Rather than screaming or questioning his own sanity, Gregor’s first concern is his family. The story catches a reader’s attention through the direct way that this transformation is introduced and the surprising nature of Gregor’s reaction to it. The short novel tells the tragic and disturbing story of Gregor Samsa who wakes up one day to discover he’s been transformed into a gigantic insect/vermin.
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