The Metamorphosis: Infographic

Character Map

Map in The Metmorphosis

Timeline in the Methamorphoses

Stage Name	Physical Change	Mental/Emotional Change
Initial Transformation	Wakes up to find himself transformed into a giant insect	Shock and disbelief; struggles to adjust to new form
Rejection and Isolation	Family rejects and isolates him in his room; he struggles to move his new body and adjust to his changed circumstances	Feelings of loneliness and isolation; frustration at inability to communicate or connect with family
Adaptation	He becomes accustomed to his new body; crawls on walls and ceiling; discovers new food sources	Gradual acceptance of new form; curiosity about his new abilities
Deterioration	Physical deterioration, including loss of appetite and energy; starts to lose his ability to understand human language and communicate effectively	Despair and hopelessness; growing sense of alienation from humanity
Death	Dies alone in his room	Acceptance of death as release from his suffering