The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka

Imagine waking up one day and discovering you've transformed into a large insect. What happens next? The metamorphosis of Gregor Samsa takes us on a journey into the unknown. Franz Kafka's inspiration for this unusual and engaging story came from one of his dreams and was largely influenced by his childhood. Kafka carefully paints a picture of the main character's emotional struggle, complicated family relations and desperate need for acceptance. In his work, Kafka reflects on human existence and gives us a fascinating psychological portrait of Gregor and his family. Kafka's masterpiece has quickly become one of the most read and prominent works of twentieth-century fiction and is an absolute must-read.