num_pages: 87
description: Presents the story of a traveling salesman, Gregor Samsa, who wakes one morning to find he has been transformed into a gigantic insect. This guide provides the introduction to this symbolic tale, which has many interpretations. It answers questions about the author, characters, and the story's main points.
language: English
title: The Metamorphosis (Bloom's Guides
titlecomplete: The Metamorphosis (Bloom's Guides (Hardcover))
characters: Gregor Samsa, Mr. Samsa, Mrs. Samsa, Grete Samsa
genres: Fiction, Short Stories, Philosophy, German Literature, School, Horror, Literature, Classics, Novels, Fantasy
ratings_count: 970570
publisher: Chelsea House Publications