The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka

The Metamorphosis

Franz Kafka

44 pages first pub 1915 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy philosophy dark reflective medium-paced

Description

"The Metamorphosis" (original German title: "Die Verwandlung") is a short novel by Franz Kafka, first published in 1915. It is often cited as one of the seminal works of fiction of the 20th century and is widely studied in colleges and universitie...

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Moods

dark 70%
reflective 61%
sad 50%
emotional 28%
mysterious 23%
challenging 21%
tense 21%
funny 13%
adventurous 2%
inspiring 1%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 34%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 21% | Plot: 10% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 39% | Yes: 31% | No: 26% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

No: 52% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 76% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 7% | Yes: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 7% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.6

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