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Siddhartha
Hermann Hesse Price: LE 350
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This classic novel of self-discovery has inspired generations of seekers. With parallels to the enlightenment of the historical Buddha, Siddhārtha Gautama, Hesse's Siddhartha is the story of a young Indian Brahmin's quest for the ultimate realitynirvana. 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 Americas best-loved novels by PBSs The Great American Read.
Translated by Stanley Appelbaum.
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Language: English Paperback: 160 pages ISBN-10: 9780486406534 ISBN-13: 9780486406534
Genre: New Arrivals Shipping Weight: 25 grams Condition: New
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