The Metamorphosis

In this striking edition of Franz Kafka's 1915 novella, the story of Gregor Samsa, a traveling salesman who awakens to find himself transformed into a monstrous insect, is presented with a thought-provoking introduction by David Cronenberg and an insightful afterword by translator Susan Bernofsky. Bernofsky's translation captures the blend of humor and humanity within this macabre tale, highlighting Gregor’s grotesque transformation as a reflection of his deeper spiritual deprivation. This influential work remains a classic of unexplained horror, unsettling readers for a century and inspiring literary giants like George Orwell and Albert Camus.