Classics · Literary
The Metamorphosis
Travelling salesman Gregor Samsa wakes to find he has turned into a giant insect. The story follows how his family and employer react as he becomes more isolated.
- First published
- 1915
- Pace
- fast
- Length
- short
- Format
- Standalone
Read this if you want a very short, strange classic that you can read in one sitting and think about for a long time.
Skip this if you want an explanation, because the book never gives one.
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