Siddhartha
Hermann Hesse, Hilda Rosner, Pico Iyer
Dissatisfied with the traditional Vedic way of life,Siddhartha, the handsome son of a Brahmin, leaves his family and his friend,Govinda, in search of a higher state of being. Having experienced the myriadforms of existence, from the wealthy and luxurious, to the pleasures of sensualand paternal love, Siddhartha finally settles down beside a river where a humbleferryman teaches him his most valuable lesson yet.Hermann Hesse's short, elegant novel, echoing the lifeof the Buddha, has been cherished by readers for decades as an unforgettablespiritual primer.'A subtle distillation of wisdom, stylistic grace andsymmetry of form.' — Sunday Times'A writer of genius' — The Times'It's simple prose and rebellious character echoed theyearnings of a generation that was seeking a way out of conformity, materialismand outward power.' — Paulo Coelho
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““He lived in friendship beside Vasudeva, and sometimes they would exchange words with each other, few and well-considered words. Vasudeva was no friend of words, Siddhartha seldom succeeded in inducing him to speak.””
Siddhartha • Hermann Hesse
““Do you hear?” Vasudeva’s mute gaze asked. Siddhartha nodded. “Listen better!” Vasudeva whispered.”
Siddhartha • Hermann Hesse