In the story Gregor's mother invites him to come down to eat with the family, while his father "has turned his back on breakfast" (Kafka, 8) showing that he has no no interest in why his son is not at the table. Franz points out that the character who plays Gergor's father is a distant and taciturn man, just as Kafka's father was for him. Kafka was known to be a popular employee in his field of work. Gergor was thought to be a hard worker when his family spoke to his employer. Gregor's mother says: "Mr. Manager. Otherwise how could Gregor miss the train! The young man has nothing else on his mind except business. I am almost angry because he never goes out in the evening. (Kafka, 15). Franz and Gregor are both known as excellent employees and both do not want the job they work in, it is clear proof that Franz has implemented his life in