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This classic novel of self-discovery has inspired generations of seekers. With parallels to the enlightenment of the Buddha, Hesse's SIDDHARTHA is the story of a young Brahmn's quest for the ultimate reality. His quest takes him from the extremes of indulgent sensuality to the rigors of asceticism and self-denial. At last he learns that wisdom cannot be taught -- it must come from one's own experience and inner struggle. Steeped in the tenets of both psychoanalysis and Eastern 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.
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Elizabeth T. (
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
i'm glad i HAD to read this book for philosophy class. I'd tried to read it once before and got bored with it. but after i read it twice for class, i found it one of the most beautiful and moving books i've ever read.
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
In the novel, Siddhartha, a young man, leaves his family for a contemplative life, then, restless, discards it for one of the flesh. He conceives a son, but bored and sickened by lust and greed, moves on again. Near despair, Siddhartha comes to a river where he hears a unique sound. This sound signals the true beginning of his life--the beginning of suffering, rejection, peace and, finally, wisdom.
Isabel B. (
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
Full of sensory images and rich description. Kind of stalls in some point. It can be dubbed as a self-help book, which I don't like, but subtly enough to be enjoyable as the classic it is.
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
"Siddhartha" is a shimmering, iridescent tale of spiritual quest. It is Nobel Prize-winner Herman Hesse's most famous and influential work.
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
this may be viewed as tantamount to sacrilege to some, but i was relatively unimpressed with this book.
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
Great book if your are a Buddhist, search for spirituality, or enjoy Eastern culture.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
A relaxing and interesting little page turner about Buddist culture.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
awesome book for anyone who's ever been unsure of what their purpose in life is. its quite wordy and sort of repetetive, but still so beautiful that it's worth it.
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This book is exceptional. I loved it and carried some of it with me. Thank you.
The first real text that introduced me to the life of the Buddha. It's a facinating, quick read. A must read.
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