In The Metamorphosis, Kafka makes it evident that Gregor endures a hellish existence as he yearns to be free of his job and his familial obligations. When
Gregor, the protagonist in Franz Kafka’s The Metamorphosis, transforms into a
giant insect, his relationship with his family hits a low. However, in chapter
2, his relationship with his sister, Grete, evolves as she becomes his sole
caregiver. This means that only his sister can understand what situation Gregor
has undergone. The theme of the story is the
closeness between family members.