The Metamorphosis – Franz Kafka

"The Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka follows the bizarre transformation of Gregor Samsa, a traveling salesman, into a giant insect. Waking up one morning to find himself transformed, Gregor struggles to adapt to his new insectile form while dealing with the reactions of his family, who grow increasingly repulsed and distant. The novella explores themes of isolation, alienation, and the absurdity of human existence, offering a profound meditation on the human condition and the nature of identity.