Siddhartha (Dover Thrift Editions: Classic Novels)

ISBN: 0486406539

Author: Hermann Hesse

Condition: New

Blending Eastern mysticism and psychoanalysis, Hermann Hesse presents a strikingly original view of man and culture and the arduous process of self-discovery, reconciliation, harmony, and peace.This classic novel of self-discovery has inspired generations of seekers. With parallels to the enlightenment of the historical Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama, Hesse's Siddhartha is the story of a young Indian Brahmin's quest for the ultimate reality-nirvana. His quest takes him from the extremes of indulgent sensuality to the rigors of asceticism and self-denial. After encounters with wandering ascetics, the famous Buddha Gautama, known as the Enlightened One, and his Buddhist monks, a courtesan named Kamala, and a ferryman, he learns that wisdom cannot be taught - it must come from one's own experience and inner struggle.Steeped in the tenets of psychoanalysis, Eastern philosophy, and mysticism, Siddhartha presents a strikingly original view of man and culture, and the arduous process of self-discovery that leads to reconciliation, harmony, and peace. Siddhartha Includes a glossary of Indian terms. Hermann Hesse uses Pali and Sanskrit interchangeably. Hesse incorporates the teachings of Hinduism in Siddhartha's life choices as a student, householder, forest hermit, and wandering ascetic. Nominated as one of America?s best-loved novels by PBS?s The Great American Read. Translated by Stanley Appelbaum.Dover's Thrift Editions library of classic literature is a top choice for teachers, students, librarians, and recreational readers around the world, offering exceptional value in classic fiction, nonfiction, plays, and poetry.

• Author: Hermann Hesse. | Publisher: Dover Publications | Pages: 112 | Publication Date: 1998-12-23 | Edition: Advance Review Copy | Binding: Paperback | MSRP: 0.00 | ISBN13: 9780486406534 | ISBN: 0486406539 | Other ISBN: 9780486114811 | Other ISBN Binding: print | Language: en | Store Location: Classics | "Book cover image may be different than what appears on the actual book."