0.58Kg of CO2
72 litre(s) of Water
0.0043 Tree(s)
1 book donated to global literacy projects
Siddhartha - Penguin Modern Classics
Siddhartha - Penguin Modern Classics
paperback | English
Published:
7 August, 2008
Popular Books by Hermann Hesse
View All Books by Hermann Hesse
Description
Hermann Hesse's moving and inspirational chronicle of spiritual enlightenment, with an introduction by Paulo Coehlo
Siddhartha is perhaps the most important and compelling moral allegory our troubled century has produced. Integrating Eastern and Western spiritual traditions with psychoanalysis and philosophy, this strangely simple tale, written with a deep and moving empathy for humanity, has touched the lives of millions since its original publication in 1922. Set in India, Siddhartha is the story of a young Brahmin's search for ultimate reality after meeting with the Buddha. His quest takes him from a life of decadence to asceticism, from the illusory joys of sensual love with a beautiful courtesan, and of wealth and fame, to the painful struggles with his son and the ultimate wisdom of renunciation.
If you enjoyed Siddhartha, you might like Hesse's Steppenwolf, also available in Penguin Classics.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780141189574 |
| ISBN10 | 0141189576 |
| Number Of Pages | 144 |
| Item Weight | 112 g |
| Product Dimensions | 129 x 198 x 8 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Penguin Books Ltd |
| Format | paperback |
Media Reviews
A subtle distillation of wisdom, stylistic grace and symmetry of form * The Sunday Times *
A writer of genius * The Times *
GoodReads Reviews
Author's Bio
One of the most influential writers of our time, Paulo Coelho is the author of many international best sellers, including The Alchemist, Adultery and The Spy. He is a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters and has received the Chevalier de l'Ordre National de la Légion d'Honneur. In 2007, he was named a United Nations Messenger of Peace.