Siddhartha

First published in 1922, Hermann Hesse's Siddhartha is a timeless spiritual novel tracing one man's quest for self-discovery and enlightenment. Set in ancient India, it follows Siddhartha, the son of a Brahmin, as he leaves behind a life of privilege to explore asceticism, sensual pleasures, wealth, and despair in search of truth. Through encounters with teachers, lovers, and ultimately the river itself, Siddhartha comes to understand that wisdom cannot be taught, only experienced.

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