Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, Symbolistic Essay.

In the short story The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, the central character Gregor Samsa can be analyzed on a symbolic level. The purpose of this essay is to demonstrate through examples and quotes, the ways in which Kafka applies symbolism. Throughout the story, clear similarities between the author's life and the main character's life are evident.
<Tab/>A striking likeness between Gregor and Kafka is their resentment towards their work environment. In reality, Kafka had a bureaucratic job, which he chose because he would get off at 2 in the afternoon, and have the rest of…