Gregor Samas

Gregor Samas is a devoted man, who is very loyal to his job and family. He is a travelling salesman who is truly dedicated to his job and he wants to please his parents to help pay off debt. "If I didn’t hold back for my parents’ sake, I’d have quit ages ago. I would’ve gone to the boss and told him just what I think from the bottom of my heart" (Kafka). His job is extremely demanding and he is doing it for his family and not for himself. Gregor Samas doesn't necessarily deserve to become a bug, but he doesn't let that obstacle phase him in the slightest bit. "Apart from a really excessive drowsiness after the long sleep, Gregor, in fact, felt quite well and even had a really strong appetite" (Kafka). As of right now Gregor's main goal is to make it to work, he does not really take into consideration not going to work, only how he's going to get there. He is a selfless person who is not willing to give up or take 'no' for an answer. His parents on the other hand are completely reliant on Gregor, they live a rather lavish lifestyle and are quite egotistical. Unlike Gregor who always strives to reach his full potential.


Gregor in a way is enclosed into a very small confined world. His world is basically his office and his small bedroom. He is trapped inside this space, only with his thoughts to accompany him. "His greatest reservation was a worry about the loud noise which the fall must create and which presumably would arouse, if not fright, then at least concern on the other side of all the doors" (Kafka). He is so selfless that he doesn't want to slightly bother anyone in the house. He is extremely introverted and tries to avoid confrontation or any unneeded attention from himself. "Two strong people—he thought of his father and the servant girl—would have been quite sufficient" (Kafka). Even though he struggled greatly in figuring out how to get out of bed, he notes that with the help of two family members it would be much quicker. Though he does not want to impose on anyone, not even his own family. This shows how independent and self sufficient he is compared to his family who are dependent on him and the servant girl to continue their lavish lifestyle.