Siddhartha: Book Guide, Author and Facts
Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
Hermann Hesse wrote Siddhartha after he traveled to India in the 1910s. It tells the story of a young boy who travels the country in a quest for spiritual enlightenment in the time of Guatama Buddha. It is a compact, lyrical work, which reads like an allegory about the finding of wisdom.
Quick facts about Siddhartha
- Title: Siddhartha
- Author: Hermann Hesse
- First published: 1922
- Genre: alegorías, buddha (the concept), buddha and buddhism
- OpenLibrary ID: OL872932W
Where to read Siddhartha
Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Siddhartha about?
Hermann Hesse wrote Siddhartha after he traveled to India in the 1910s.
Who wrote Siddhartha?
Siddhartha was written by Hermann Hesse.
When was Siddhartha published?
Siddhartha was first published in 1922.
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