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Siddhartha An Indian Tale (Premium Edition)
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9789358980202
Publisher: Qurate Books Private Limited
Published: Aug 17 2023
Pages: 122
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.44 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Siddhartha: An Indian Tale is a novel written by German author Hermann Hesse, first published in 1922. The book is a philosophical and spiritual journey that follows the life of the titular character, Siddhartha, in ancient India during the time of Gautama Buddha.
The story begins with Siddhartha, a young Brahmin, who embarks on a quest for self-discovery and enlightenment. He feels discontented with his sheltered life and seeks a deeper understanding of existence beyond traditional religious teachings. Along his journey, Siddhartha encounters various characters and experiences a diverse array of lifestyles, including asceticism, materialism, and love. Each phase of his life contributes to his understanding of the world and himself.
As the narrative unfolds, Siddhartha encounters the Buddha and learns from him but chooses to follow his own path to spiritual awakening. Throughout the novel, Hesse explores themes of individualism, the quest for wisdom, the duality of human nature, and the search for inner peace. The profound narrative and timeless themes in Siddhartha have made it a classic work that continues to resonate with readers across cultures and generations, inspiring contemplation and reflection on the meaning of life and the pursuit of enlightenment.
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