The Metamorphosis, pg. 1 to 25 Summary

Gregor Samsa wakes up and discovers that he has been transformed into an insect. He is lying on his back in the bed and unable to get up. He does not find the transformation as worrisome as the idea that he will be late for work. He thinks about sleeping longer and forgetting this nonsense, but he knows he has to get to work. Gregor is the only one who works in the household and supports his family with his job as a salesman. His parents owe money to his boss, and he's working to pay them back. He tries to get up, but is unsuccessful. His sister comes to the door and tries to wake him, and Gregor tries to answer, but his voice comes out strangely. His parents come over and ask what's the matter...