Sara FrankMrs. RosenbergAP LiteratureMarch 26, 2014Alienation and Isolation“No one could understand him…no one thought he could understand them. » Gregor, the protagonist of Metamorphosis, faces one of the most difficult problems in any society. Barriers. Language barriers, psychological barriers, emotional barriers and overall communication barriers. Gregor is portrayed through details, images and rhythms as a caring and concerned character who makes the problems of others his priority, despite his metamorphosis. However, the longer he remains transformed, the more estranged his family becomes, and one of the biggest complications he faces is his inability to connect with his family and communicate to them how grateful he is. Gregor's response demonstrates how intensifying barriers can completely break down relationships, even if they are unwanted. Gregor constantly made serious efforts to be a part of his family mentally, even if he couldn't be physically. Kafka describes the image of Gregor "leaning his whole body against [the door]" in the hope of "hearing news ».....