In The Metamorphosis, Franz Kafka presents a haunting tale of alienation and transformation. One morning, Gregor Samsa, a traveling salesman, awakens to find himself inexplicably transformed into a gigantic insect. As Gregor struggles to adapt to his new physical state, his family's reaction reveals the deep tensions and isolation within their home. A profound exploration of identity, guilt, and the human condition, Kafka's masterpiece delves into the surreal and unsettling, capturing the existential fears of modern life.