"The Metamorphosis" was written by Franz Kafka, a Prague-born author of novels and short stories written in German. Kafka's works are knownfor their themes of alienation, anxiety, and the absurdity of modern life. "The Metamorphosis," in particular, is a novella that tells the story of Gregor Samsa, a traveling salesman who wakes up one morningfor their surreal, nightmarish quality, exploring themes of alienation, bureaucracy, and existential anxiety. His other well-known works include "The Trial," "The Castle," and "A Hunger Artist." Despite living a relatively short life, Kafka left a major mark on modern literature, and his ideas and themes continue to be explored and adapted in various art forms. His works have been translated into nearly all languages of the world and remain widely read and studied to this day. Additionally, his name has become an adjective, "Kafkaesque," to describe situations or environments that are absurdly complex and bureaucratic, and in which the individual is powerless and trapped.