A Study Guide for Franz Kafka's "The Metamorphosis," excerpted from Gale's acclaimed Short Stories for Students.This concise study guide includes plot summary; character analysis; author biography; study questions; historical context; suggestions for further reading; and much more. For any literature project, trust Short Stories for Students for all of your research needs.

The Metamorphosis is considered to be a “Literary Masterpiece” because it is an awe- inspiring story about a simple guy, who wakes up one morning to find that he has turned into an insect! How cool is that!?! The Metamorphosis Interactive Workbook and Study Guide, by Prima Education Publishing, contains the full text of the original story (our is in English though- the original was written in German). This book does not just simply summarize the text so a student can pass a test (heck- here at Prima Ed. Publishing, we think that tests get in the way of actually appreciating great literature!) Instead, this study guide helps holds the readers hand as they jump right into a fantastic story. This is not a book to be used with care; instead it is a book to dive into! The pages invite the reader to write their notes, draw their own images, and sketch their own thoughts. When finished with this workbook, the reader should feel like they went on a journey and have a genuine connection to the author and to the story. The reader is guided by Pamela Dennen, a certified teacher and author, who has inserted numerous questions and open-ended comments designed to inspire reflection and response. Of course this Socratic Method will help those students who need to memorize random plot events or characters for a test. That, however is a a side benefit of this workbook. The true, and simple, goal is to captivate the student's imagination and inspire a love of learning. ENJOY!

Unlock the more straightforward side of The Metamorphosis with this concise and insightful summary and analysis! This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, a modernist short story which tells of a mundane employee who wakes up one morning to discover that he has turned into a giant insect overnight and how his relatives react to this metamorphosis. The story continues to bemuse readers and has been turned into countless films, stage performances and even an opera. Kafka did not gain much recognition for his writing during his lifetime, and it was not until his friend published Kafka's stories (against the author's wishes) after his death that the world discovered the writer's talent. Find out everything you need to know about The Metamorphosis in a fraction of the time! This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you: • A complete plot summary • Character studies • Key themes and symbols • Questions for further reflection Why choose BrightSummaries.com? Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you in your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time. See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!

Franz Kafka, the author has very nicely narrated the story of Gregou Samsa who wakes up one day to discover that he has metamorphosed into a bug. The book concerns itself with the themes of alienation and existentialism. The author has written many important stories, including ‘The Judgement’, and much of his novels ‘Amerika’, ‘The Castle’, ‘The Hunger Artist’. Many of his stories were published during his lifetime but many were not. Over the course of the 1920s and 30s Kafka’s works were published and translated instantly becoming landmarks of twentieth-century literature. Ironically, the story ends on an optimistic note, as the family puts itself back together. The style of the book epitomizes Kafka’s writing. Kafka very interestingly, used to present an impossible situation, such as a man’s transformation into an insect, and develop the story from there with perfect realism and intense attention to detail. The Metamorphosis is an autobiographical piece of writing, and we find that parts of the story reflect Kafka’s own life.

Includes the life and background of Franz Kafka, commentaries on the stories, Kafka Jewish influence, his views on existentialism, and more.

SuperSummary, a modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, offers high-quality study guides for challenging works of literature. This 32-page guide for "The Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka includes detailed chapter summaries and analysis covering 3 chapters, as well as several more in-depth sections of expert-written literary analysis. Featured content includes commentary on major characters, 25 important quotes, essay topics, and key themes like The Effects of Social Alienation and Work as a Dehumanizing Force.