Metamorphosis and Other Stories

6W, 2010 Folio Society FIRST edition with illustrations, first printing, eight color plates, housed in original slipcase.

Description

Metamorphosis and Other Stories by Franz Kafka is a collection of surreal and thought-provoking tales that explore themes of alienation, identity, and the absurdity of human existence. The centerpiece story, The Metamorphosis, follows Gregor Samsa, a traveling salesman who wakes up one morning to find himself transformed into a giant insect, leading to his gradual isolation and rejection by his family. The accompanying stories—such as The Judgment, In the Penal Colony, and A Hunger Artist—delve into the darker corners of the human mind, portraying struggles with guilt, authority, and existential despair. Kafka’s unique blend of realism and the bizarre has made this collection a cornerstone of modern 5W, 2010 Folio Society FIRST edition with illustrations, first printing, eight color plates, housed in original slipcase.

Notes

Hardback with slipcase, like new condition, First edition