The classic novel of a quest for knowledge that has delighted, inspired, and influenced generations of readers, writers, and thinkers-a perennial favorite for graduation gifts.
Nominated as one of America's best-loved novels by PBS's The Great American Read
Though set in a place and time far removed from the Germany of 1922, the year of the book's debut, the novel is infused with the sensibilities of Hermann Hesse's time, synthesizing disparate philosophies-Eastern religions, Jungian archetypes, Western individualism-into a unique vision of life as expressed through one man's search for meaning.
It is the story of the quest of Siddhartha, a wealthy Indian Brahmin who casts off a life of privilege and comfort to seek spiritual fulfillment and wisdom. On his journey, Siddhartha encounters wandering ascetics, Buddhist monks, and successful merchants, as well as a courtesan named Kamala and a simple ferryman who has attained enlightenment. Traveling among these people and experiencing life's vital passages-love, work, friendship, and fatherhood-Siddhartha discovers that true knowledge is guided from within.
By:
Hermann Hesse Imprint: Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 174mm,
Width: 105mm,
Spine: 11mm
Weight: 91g ISBN:9780553208849 ISBN 10: 0553208845 Pages: 152 Publication Date:31 March 1999 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
