A really thought-provoking, and metaphorical book that I'm glad to have read. Even though this book is quite old by now, the message is timeless. In tA really thought-provoking, and metaphorical book that I'm glad to have read. Even though this book is quite old by now, the message is timeless. In the story, Gregor Samsa wakes up one morning to find himself transformed into a giant insect. It's not explained how this happened; rather, the story focuses on Gregor's internal tranformation as he is shunned and outcast by his employer and family. Having been the main bread winner of his family, who dutifully supports his elderly parents and sister, he is now and outsider, avoided, locked up in his room. The initial story is highly unusual, but it's a thoughtful look about how families, or societies at large, treat people who are different from the norm. In today's world, this person could be disfigured, disabled, or even gay or transgendered, or maybe an unwanted and neglected daughter from the developing world. If you imagine Gregor as a transsexual for example instead of a giant bug, the story takes on a whole new meaning. It was frightening how this bizarre story has so many parallels to even today's reality....more
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