Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse
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Hesse, Hermann, 1877-1962
English
"Siddhartha" by Hermann Hesse is a philosophical novel written during the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young Indian Brahman named Siddhartha, who embarks on a spiritual journey in search of enlightenment and self-discovery amidst the complexities of life, including friendship, love, and the quest for true meaning beyond mere exis...
deeply loved by his family and friends, particularly his companion Govinda. Despite his privileged upbringing and the affection showered upon him, Siddhartha feels a profound emptiness within and begins to question traditional teachings and the spiritual practices prescribed by his father and the Brahmins. Discontented with a life focused solely on rituals and worship, he declares his intention to leave home and journey into asceticism with the Samanas, a group of wandering monks, suggesting the start of his quest for deeper truths about existence and the nature of the self. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
John Hall
1 week agoMy professor recommended this and the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
David Martin
3 months agoAs someone who reads a lot, the formatting of this PDF is flawless and easy to read on any device. Thanks for making this available.
James Adams
2 months agoIt took me a while to start, but the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. Truly inspiring.
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Ethan White
1 month agoTo be perfectly clear, the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.