What happens to Gregor Samsa in "Die Verwandlung"?

In Franz Kafka's novella "Die Verwandlung" (also known as "The Metamorphosis"), the protagonist Gregor Samsa undergoes a bizarre transformation one morning. He wakes up to find himself transformed into a gigantic insect-like creature, resembling a beetle or a cockroach. The story primarily focuses on the physical and emotional consequences of his transformation on Gregor and his family. As a result of this metamorphosis, Gregor becomes isolated from society, unable to maintain his job and feeling alienated from his own family. His family's reaction to his transformation is marked by a combination of fear, revulsion, and resentment. Gregor's life takes a dramatic turn as his family struggles to come to terms with his new form and the challenges it presents. Kafka's story explores themes of alienation, desire for acceptance, and the loss of identity, providing a disturbing reflection on the human condition.

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