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Grete’s shifting feelings, actions, and thoughts toward Gregor makes her go through her own transformation. This transformation which she goes through is a central theme in the story. Grete goes from being a powerless child to a decision making women. Gregor’s transformation leads to his inevitable downfall (death) and Grete’s transformation ends in the power and responsibility which Gregor once held. After Gregor’s metamorphosis in the second chapter of the story, Grete is the only one who tries to show any affection or care for Gregor during his time of nice and she really shows that she is truly trying her best to understand and sympathize with what Gregor is going through. Gregor’s father is, however, still very violent towards Gregor because of his change, and Gregor’s mother is still frightened by his appearance. His mother won’t even stand to see him. Grete is the only one who tries and looks past Gregor’s change, even though she is still obviously afraid of his new appearance. She is also the only one to take responsibility for Gregor now that he can not care for himself. She feeds him and tries to give him foods that he has a newfound interest in (Kafka 107-108). Gregor appreciates this act of kindness his sister preforms and he is then able to show which foods he now likes to his sister. During the second chapter, Grete is not only the unofficial caretaker of Gregor but she is also Gregor’s spokesperson for his family. Gregor’s mother and father wanted aShow MoreRelatedEssay about Franz Kafkas The Trial2295 Words   |  10 Pageslong remained the subject of many writings on existential literature. His stories explore themes which are so depressing, and at times seem so futile, as to put off many a reader while entrancing yet another. The most popular of his works, The Trial is no less perplexing than its brethren, and a perfunctory examination leaves the reader distinctly unsatisfied. After all, what is the point of reading a two hundred odd page book about a man on trial if you never find out what he did, or if hes evenRead MoreLearning from the Fashion Industry: a Structured Literature Review39302 Words   |  158 Pagesstudy is a Structured Literature Review focused on identifying the learning points which can derive from the fashion industry regarding supply chain management solutions. Manufact uring, distribution and marketing issues that enable a more robust analysis of the sector are investigated. A review of business models used by companies in the fashion industry is conducted to gain insights into the way that fashion firms manage demand. An extensive review of the literature reveals that the fashion industry