
The Metamorphosis
A New Translation by Susan Bernofsky
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Narrated by:
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Edoardo Ballerini
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Victor Bevine
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Christa Lewis
"This fine version, with David Cronenberg's inspired introduction and the new translator's beguiling afterword, is, I suspect, the most disturbing though the most comforting of all so far; others will follow, but don't hesitate: this is the transforming text for you." (Richard Howard)
Franz Kafka's 1915 novella of unexplained horror and nightmarish transformation became a worldwide classic and remains a century later one of the most widely read works of fiction in the world. It is the story of traveling salesman Gregor Samsa, who wakes one morning to find himself transformed into a monstrous insect. This hugely influential work inspired George Orwell, Albert Camus, Jorge Louis Borges, and Ray Bradbury, while continuing to unsettle millions of readers.
In her new translation of Kafka's masterpiece, Susan Bernofsky strives to capture both the humor and the humanity in this macabre tale, underscoring the ways in which Gregor Samsa's grotesque metamorphosis is just the physical manifestation of his longstanding spiritual impoverishment.
©2014 Susan Bernofsky. Introduction 2014 David Cronenberg. (P)2014 Audible Inc.Listeners also enjoyed...




















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Engaging and poignant! ..A must for workaholics.
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My 1st IPhone Audiobook
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Thought Provoking Metaphor
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Disappointed but entertained
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Love!
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best of kafka
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Good book and performance
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Less than exciting
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As for the story, personally I enjoyed The Stranger more than this experience. The artistry of Kaka's syntax made for an enjoyable read. But the former book had me raptured by the end. Maybe with some more growth in my part will make for a better experience the second time around.
My time spent was well worth it. This is the only translation I have read.
A wonderful experience.
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Great Book
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