--- product_id: 206341044 title: "– Metamorphosis" price: "AR$32965" currency: ARS in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/206341044-metamorphosis store_origin: AR region: Argentina --- # Enduring relevance across generations Seminal 20th-century classic Deep existential & philosophical themes – Metamorphosis **Price:** AR$32965 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ“– Unlock the surrealβ€”where existential dread meets literary genius. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** – Metamorphosis - **How much does it cost?** AR$32965 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/206341044-metamorphosis) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Perfect for Reflective Minds:** Ideal for professionals craving intellectual stimulation and cultural cachet in their reading list. - β€’ **Timeless Literary Masterpiece:** Experience Kafka’s groundbreaking narrative that shaped modern fiction. - β€’ **Dark Humor Meets Existentialism:** Engage with a uniquely witty yet unsettling story that balances absurdity and tragedy. - β€’ **Profound Exploration of Alienation:** Dive into themes of isolation and existential angst that resonate with today’s fast-paced world. - β€’ **Critically Acclaimed & Widely Loved:** Join over 15,000 readers who rated this classic 4 stars for its thought-provoking depth. ## Overview The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka is a seminal 20th-century novella exploring themes of alienation, disillusionment, and existentialism through the surreal transformation of Gregor Samsa into an insect. Celebrated for its profound psychological insight and dark humor, this classic continues to captivate and challenge readers worldwide, making it a must-have for any discerning literary collection. ## Description One morning, when Gregor Samsa woke from troubled dreams, he found himself transformed in his bed into a horrible vermin. Thus begins The Metamorphosis, cited as one of the seminal works of fiction of the twentieth century. A story of Gregor Samsa, a travelling salesman, who wakes up one day to discover that he has metamorphosed into a bug, The Metamorphosis is a book that concerns itself with the themes of alienation, disillusionment and existentialism. As Samsa struggles to reconcile his humanity with his transformation, Kafka, very deftly, weaves his readers into a web that deals with the absurdity of existence, the alienating experience of modern life, and the cruelty and incomprehensibility of authoritarian power, leaving them at once stunned and impressed. Review: A Timeless Classic That Left Me Mesmerized - I recently delved into Franz Kafka's masterpiece, "The Metamorphosis," and I was utterly captivated from start to finish. This novella is an absolute gem, deserving of every single one of its five stars. Kafka's storytelling prowess is nothing short of extraordinary. He weaves a tale that is both profoundly thought-provoking and deeply unsettling. As we follow the bizarre transformation of the protagonist, Gregor Samsa, into an insect, Kafka masterfully explores themes of isolation, alienation, and the absurdity of human existence. What struck me the most was Kafka's ability to make us empathize with Gregor's plight, despite his grotesque transformation. The way he depicts Gregor's internal struggle and the reactions of his family and society is both tragic and darkly comical. The prose in this edition, beautifully translated into English, maintains the essence of Kafka's original work. The writing is elegant, allowing readers to immerse themselves fully in this surreal world. It's a testament to the enduring power of Kafka's words that this novella continues to resonate with readers across generations. In summary, "The Metamorphosis" is a literary masterpiece that deserves a place on every bookshelf. Its exploration of the human condition, coupled with Kafka's unparalleled storytelling, makes it a must-read for anyone who appreciates thought-provoking literature. I highly recommend this edition, and I can't wait to explore more of Kafka's works. Review: Humorous with a dark undercurrent disguised by metaphor - A fun premise, written in a matter-of-fact tone which emphasises the humour of the strange situation. My copy wasn't terribly well translated - which unintentionally added to the humour at times or made it (minutely) confusing at other times - and the end seemed abrupt and inconclusive, but it was an interesting read. Gregor's sudden metamorphosis may be considered a metaphor for long-term illness (physical or mental) and how that affects the way people around may view the invalid: first with kindness and consideration which turns to fed-up contempt. I believe that is the point Kafka is making underneath the humour of the literal ridiculous situation. And the ending (whether you look at the story literally or metaphorically) is bittersweet. It feels like a sad breath of guilty relief. [...] ## Features - The Metamorphosis is a book that concerns itself with the themes of alienation, disillusionment and existentialism. - Thus begins The Metamorphosis, cited as one of the seminal works of fiction of the twentieth century - It ensures you get the best usage for a longer period ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 1,470 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 12 in Methaphysical & Visionary 32 in Coming of Age 53 in Fiction Classics (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 15,586 Reviews | ## Images ![– Metamorphosis - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91h14raE85S.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Timeless Classic That Left Me Mesmerized *by N***D on 18 September 2023* I recently delved into Franz Kafka's masterpiece, "The Metamorphosis," and I was utterly captivated from start to finish. This novella is an absolute gem, deserving of every single one of its five stars. Kafka's storytelling prowess is nothing short of extraordinary. He weaves a tale that is both profoundly thought-provoking and deeply unsettling. As we follow the bizarre transformation of the protagonist, Gregor Samsa, into an insect, Kafka masterfully explores themes of isolation, alienation, and the absurdity of human existence. What struck me the most was Kafka's ability to make us empathize with Gregor's plight, despite his grotesque transformation. The way he depicts Gregor's internal struggle and the reactions of his family and society is both tragic and darkly comical. The prose in this edition, beautifully translated into English, maintains the essence of Kafka's original work. The writing is elegant, allowing readers to immerse themselves fully in this surreal world. It's a testament to the enduring power of Kafka's words that this novella continues to resonate with readers across generations. In summary, "The Metamorphosis" is a literary masterpiece that deserves a place on every bookshelf. Its exploration of the human condition, coupled with Kafka's unparalleled storytelling, makes it a must-read for anyone who appreciates thought-provoking literature. I highly recommend this edition, and I can't wait to explore more of Kafka's works. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Humorous with a dark undercurrent disguised by metaphor *by N***S on 26 February 2014* A fun premise, written in a matter-of-fact tone which emphasises the humour of the strange situation. My copy wasn't terribly well translated - which unintentionally added to the humour at times or made it (minutely) confusing at other times - and the end seemed abrupt and inconclusive, but it was an interesting read. Gregor's sudden metamorphosis may be considered a metaphor for long-term illness (physical or mental) and how that affects the way people around may view the invalid: first with kindness and consideration which turns to fed-up contempt. I believe that is the point Kafka is making underneath the humour of the literal ridiculous situation. And the ending (whether you look at the story literally or metaphorically) is bittersweet. It feels like a sad breath of guilty relief. [...] ### ⭐⭐⭐ Poorly written but still worth a read *by E***A on 28 August 2014* I agree with CaSundara on all points: this book had amazing potential but fails to see it through. Kafka explores quite a few issues in a short space (and I disagree about the lack of a plot, though it's very simple) and did leave me feeling chilled. Gregor's transformation can stand as an allegory for so many things, including but not limited to sudden unemployment and disability (which speaks to my own experience). Metamorphosis is so poorly written, however, that the message is hard to reach and difficult to decipher. Sentences are unnecessarily long, grammatically unsound, and use insane numbers of semi-colons while simultaneously misusing commas. Minor characters (non-family) don't get names and are not clearly differentiated, so I am still unclear on who did/said what (most notably the trio of gentlemen tenants). Some things never quite break the cultural barrier: the narrative is unapologetically misogynistic (probably as a result of the publication period circa 1915), and while Gregor *claims* his family to be poverty-stricken as a result of his transformation, they can still afford to hire more than one maid. The dissonance between actual poverty and Gregor's idea of it made it very difficult to sympathise with his family; they came off as lazy and far too reliant on Gregor's overworked lifestyle on top of neglectful and abusive. They may even be deliberately unsympathetic, but it's hard to really tell for sure. Overall, I can't quite figure out how this has so many good reviews, both on and off Amazon, or why it is so "influential". Other works have explored the same themes before and since, and did a much better job with much better characterisation. That said, however, I still find myself thinking about Metamorphis a week after reading, so it must clearly have done something right. ## Frequently Bought Together - Metamorphosis - White Nights: Fjodor Dostoyevsky (Penguin Little Black Classics) - The Trial: Franz Kafka (Penguin Modern Classics) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/206341044-metamorphosis](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/206341044-metamorphosis) --- *Product available on Desertcart Argentina* *Store origin: AR* *Last updated: 2026-06-30*