The Characters In Franz Kafka's The Metamorphosis

Although it is between sixes and sevens as to what extent the characters in The

Metamorphosis are based directly on Kafka’s life, it is not desired to let certain

similarities fall between the cracks.

Kafka’s Father:

One of the most noted characters is that of Gregor’s father in the

Metamorphosis, which is said to have its origin in Kafka’s authoritative father.

Kafka is quoted as saying of his father, Hermann Kafka, “(He was) a true Kafka

in strength, health, appetite, loudness of voice, eloquence, self-satisfaction,

worldly dominance, endurance, presence of mind, (and) knowledge of human

nature….”. All these qualities manifest themselves in Gregor’s father. The

statement also shows Kafka’s veneration and appreciation for