Volume 26, Issue 2
DOI: 10.53555/03276716.2017.1023
The Fragmented Self in Kafka's The Metamorphosis
Abstract
Franz Kafka's novella The Metamorphosis is a seminal work in modernist literature. It explores profound themes of alienation, identity, and transformation. Central to the narrative is the theme of fragmentation, which permeates the protagonist Gregor Samsa's physical, psychological, and social existence. This paper delves into the multifaceted nature of fragmentation in The Metamorphosis, examining how Kafka portrays the disintegration of self, family dynamics, and societal roles through Gregor's transformation into an insect.
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