The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka

The Metamorphosis

Franz Kafka

66 pages first pub 1915 (editions)

fiction classics magical realism philosophy dark reflective medium-paced

Description

Gregor wakes up one morning to discover that he's become a "monstrous vermin". As he struggles to come to terms with his new body, he realizes that he's late for his job as a traveling salesman. First his mother, then his father and sister, knock ...

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Moods

dark 70%
reflective 61%
sad 52%
emotional 31%
mysterious 24%
challenging 21%
tense 21%
funny 13%
adventurous 2%
informative 1%
inspiring 1%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 44%
fast 36%
slow 19%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 20% | Plot: 11% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 30% | No: 26% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

No: 51% | It's complicated: 34% | Yes: 12% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 7% | Yes: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 7% | N/A: 2%

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