In Franz Kafka's "Metamorphosis", Gregor Samsa, a traveling salesman, wakes up to find himself transformed into a giant insect. Struggling to adapt to his new form, Gregor becomes isolated from his family, who are repulsed by his appearance. As Gregor's condition worsens, tensions rise within the household, ultimately leading to his tragic demise and forcing the family to confront their own lives and independence.