There are only a limited number of artistic masterpieces that have had a profound impact on the world. For instance, there is only one ‘Mona Lisa’ and no one has been able to create something as magical as the painting ever again. Apart from famous paintings, wonders of the world, artistic performances and sculptures, there is another form of art that creates immense impact on the those who are touched by its presence - it is the literary work of great authors. Among the most popular writing works of the 20th century, the book Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka is one that stands out. First published in 1915, it has been called one of the seminal works of fiction of the 20th century and is studied in colleges and universities across the Western world. The ambiguity surrounding the protagonist of the book is one of the most intriguing features of the book that has contributed to its success and adaptation into several motion pictures. The story revolves around a traveling salesman, Grego