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Siddhartha
Hermann Hesse; Translated by Hilda Rosner; Introduction by Pico Iyer
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'A subtle distillation of wisdom, stylistic grace and symmetry of
form' Sunday Times 'It's hard to think of a more recent novel that
has sung so eloquently the joys of being alone' Guardian An
inspirational classic from Nobel Prize-winner Hermann Hesse,
Siddhartha is a beautiful tale of self-discovery Dissatisfied with
the ways of life he has experienced, Siddhartha, the handsome son
of a Brahmin, leaves his family and his friend, Govinda, in search
of a higher state of being. Having experienced the myriad forms of
existence, from immense wealth and luxury to the pleasures of
sensual and paternal love, Siddhartha finally settles down beside a
river, where a humble ferryman teaches him his most valuable lesson
yet. Hermann Hesse's short, elegant novel, echoing the life of the
Buddha, has been cherished by readers for decades as an
unforgettable spiritual primer. A tender and unforgettable moral
allegory, it is an undeniable classic of modern literature. Part of
the Pushkin Press Classics series: timeless storytelling by icons
of literature, hand-picked from around the globe Translated by
Hilda Rosner Hermann Hesse (1877-1963) is counted among the leading
novelists and thinkers of the twentieth century. He was awarded the
Nobel Prize in 1946 for a body of literature renowned for its
humanist, philosophical and spiritual insight. His most famous
works include Siddhartha, Journey to the East, Demian, Steppenwolf,
and Narcissus and Goldmund.
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Knulp.
Hermann Hesse
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R839
Discovery Miles 8 390
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Gertrud, Roman
Hermann Hesse
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R915
Discovery Miles 9 150
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Blick ins Chaos.
Hermann Hesse
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R767
Discovery Miles 7 670
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Siddhartha, a tale of self-discovery, is one of great novels of the
early twentieth century.
Follow Siddhartha on a journey toward peace and
enlightenment in this gorgeous hardcover edition of Herman
Hesse’s lyrical masterwork. Herman Hesse’s classic novel
Siddhartha comes to you in this newly designed edition complete
with full-color illustration and foil and debossed hardcover. In
the journey, Siddhartha, living in ancient Nepal, rediscovers the
illumination of travel, meditation, and the wisdom of the Buddha.
Join the young Brahmin and explore the themes of enlightenment and
self-discovery in his ultimate search for reality. This edition
contains the original work from the US publication in 1951. For
Herman Hesse fans, this elegantly designed keepsake edition
features beautiful illustrations that enhance Hesse’s
poetic vision.
This book is an allegorical tale of a Brahman boy who seeks peace
and enlightenment after leaving his well off circumstances. He sets
his goal to self-denial and ascetic life among the numerous holy
men than roamed the land in that time. After dissatisfied with
ascetic life he seeks love and wealth in the city. His best friend
becomes the follower of Gotama Buddha but Siddhartha is not
satisfied to do the same. Finally he meets the ferrymen and learns
to listen to the river. This and meeting and parting with his son
are the heights of the book. The river represents the eternal and
timeless existence and oneness, and the meeting and parting with
Siddhartha's son represents the attachments as obstacles to reach
enlightenment.
Siddhartha is an interesting novel that deals with the spiritual
journey of a boy known as Siddhartha, who leaves his home from the
Indian subcontinent during the time of the Buddha.
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