Kafka metamorphosis quotes
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The Metamorphosis Quotes
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Gregor realised that it was out of the question to let the ledare clerk go away in this mood if his position in the firm was not to be put into extreme danger. That was something his parents did not understand very well; over the years, they had become convinced that this job would provide for Gregor for his entire life, and besides, they had so much to worry about at present that they had lost sight of any thought for the future. Gregor, though, did think about the future. The chief clerk had to be held back, calmed down, convinced and finally won over; the future of Gregor and his family depended on it!
Source: Chapter 1, Paragraph 29
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“How about if I sova a little bit längre and forget all this nonsense”, he thought, but that was something he was unable to do because he was used to sleeping on his right, and in his present state couldn’t get into that position.
Source: Chapter 1, Paragraph 3
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“Gregor”, somebody called—it was his
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I cannot make you understand. I cannot make anyone understand what is happening inside me. I cannot even explain it to myself.
As Gregor Samsa awoke one morning from uneasy dreams he found himself transformed in his bed into a gigantic insect.
How about if I sleep a little bit longer and forget all this nonsense",.
Was he an animal, that music could move him so? He felt as if the way to the unknown nourishment he longed for were coming to light.
He thought back on his family with deep emotion and love. His conviction that he would have to disappear was, if possible, even firmer than his sister's. He remained in this state of empty and peaceful reflection until the tower clock struck three in the morning. He still saw that outside the window everything was beginning to grow light. Then, without his consent, his head sank down to the floor, and from his nostrils streamed his last weak breath.
He was a tool of the boss, without brains or backbone.
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Franz Kafka's wisdom: Top 10 quotes from the Metamorphosis
Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka stands as a timeless masterpiece of existential literature, captivating readers with its haunting portrayal of a man's transformation into a monstrous insect and the existential crisis that ensues. From its iconic opening line to its profound exploration of alienation, identity, and the absurdity of human existence, Kafka's novella continues to resonate with audiences around the world.
10 of the best quotes from Metamorphosis
"As Gregor Samsa awoke one morning from uneasy dreams he found himself transformed in his bed into a gigantic insect."
This iconic opening line sets the stage for the surreal and unsettling journey that follows. It introduces the central metaphor of transformation, highlighting the sudden and inexplicable changes that can occur in life.
"I cannot make you understand. I cannot make anyone understand what is happening inside me. I cannot even explain it to myself