Gregor and his Family
As we've been discussing The Metamorphosis, one thing that I find really interesting is Gregor's relationship with his family. The way they treat him in his insect form and the way that Gregor talks about them shows a lot about what their relationship was like even before Gregor's transformation, and how it has changed since. It is Gregor's sister, Grete, who primarily takes care of Gregor after his transformation. She brings him food regularly, and even reports back to his parents on the status of his well-being. Although she is clearly repulsed by Gregor's grotesque insect form (as we can see from the way she rushes to open the window every time she enters his room), she makes sure to keep checking up on him. This is a clear role-reversal from the dynamic of Gregor and Grete's relationship before Gregor's transformation. Gregor has reflected on their relationship and commented on how he considers them to be good friends. Before his transformation, he wa...