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Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse follows the spiritual journey of a man named Siddhartha during the time of the Gautama Buddha. The story explores his quest for enlightenment, featuring encounters with different philosophies, people, and self-discoveries as he seeks understanding and inner peace. The novel delves into themes of personal growth, the nature of reality, and the pursuit of true happiness.
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Enriched Classics offer readers accessible editions of great works of literature enhanced by helpful notes and commentary. Each book includes educational tools alongside the text, enabling students and readers alike to gain a deeper and more developed understanding of the writer and their work.

This allegorical novel, set in sixth-century India around the time of the Buddha, follows a young man on his search for enlightenment.

This edition includes:

  • A concise introduction that gives the reader important background information
  • A chronology of the author's life and work
  • A timeline of significant events that provides the book's historical context
  • An outline of key themes and plot points to guide the reader's own interpretations
  • Detailed explanatory notes
  • Critical analysis, including contemporary and modern perspectives on the work
  • Discussion questions to promote lively classroom and book group interaction
  • A list of recommended related books and films to broaden the reader's experience

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781416561484

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 July 2008

Country: United States

Imprint: Simon Spotlight Entertainment

Edition: Enriched Classic

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 106.0mm

Height: 171.0mm

Weight: 95g

Pages: 192

About the Author

Hermann HesseΒ (1877–1962) was a German-Swiss poet, novelist, and painter. In 1946, he received the Nobel Prize in Literature. His best-known works includeΒ Steppenwolf,Β Siddhartha, andΒ The Glass Bead Game, which explore an individual's search for spirituality outside society.

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