1. “Analysis of the Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka” by Conor
Fitzgerald
This article disputes the reality of Gregor Samsa’s transformation. The author discusses whether or not Gregor’s
transformation was a physical or mental transformation. He also discusses the communication that goes on between the members
of the Samsa family prior to and after Gregor’s transformation. Conor Fitzgerald puts forth the idea that the lack of
communication amongst the family members led to the actual transformation and became even more apparent after Gregor turned
into the bug he was portrayed as throughout the novella.
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/208186/analysis_of_the_metamorphosis_by_franz.html?cat=38
2. “The
Metamorphosis” by Franz Kafka: Character Analysis of Gregor
This article analyzes Gregor’s character throughout Kafka’s novella. It discusses the transformation that
Gregor underwent and the reasons behind his transformation. The article also covers Gregor’s character in relation to
his family members.
http://www.articlemyriad.com/character_analysis_gregor_metamorphosis_kafka.htm
3. “Analysis of Franz Kafka's "The Metamorphosis" The Classic Theme of Parent Versus Child” by Jaclyna
Perez
This
article discusses the tension that exists in Kafka’s novella between Gregor Samsa and his father, Mr. Samsa. It addresses
their relationship and the reasoning behind their violent confrontations and lack of proper communication.
http://european-literature.suite101.com/article.cfm/analysis_of_franz_kafkas_the_metamorphosis
4. Vladimir Nabokov's
Lecture on "The Metamorphosis"
Vladimir Nabokov’s lecture discusses “The
Metamorphosis” in relation to other stories of a similar nature. He compared the novella to “Dr. Jekyl and Mr.
Hyde” and “The Carrick.” He praises the theme of the downfall of beauty that can be found in such stories.
Vladimir Nabokov goes on to discuss Kafka’s life and how it related to his writing. Kafka’s life experiences played
a large role in the development of his character’s and story line for “The Metamorphosis.”
http://victorian.fortunecity.com/vermeer/287/nabokov_s_metamorphosis.htm
5. “Kafka's Metamorphosis
In His Time and In Ours” by Warren Breckman
This essay comes from an
interesting perspective. Written by a college professor, it attempts to link the real world to the world in which Kafka lived
and attempted to portray in his novella “The Metamorphosis.” It discusses much of Kafka’s life and his struggles
with his self-image. The essay discusses how Kafka’s insecurities and mental pain fueled the characters and events in
the novella. The author clearly wishes to open the eyes of society by linking Kafka’s suffering and work to the modern
world.
http://www.upenn.edu/nso/prp/met/breckman_lecture.html
6. “Metamorphosis by Franz
Kafka” by Eve Murphy
This article on Kafka’s “The
Metamorphosis” explains the main ideas of the novella and addresses the three most common interpretations of the storyline.
http://hubpages.com/hub/Metamorphosis-by-Franz-Kafka