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livelaughomo's review against another edition
challenging
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Sexual content
dlrosebyh's review against another edition
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This is the tale of a rich Indian Brahmin who gives up his privileged lifestyle in search of enlightenment. Hesse combines several philosophical perspectives—including Eastern faiths, Jungian archetypes, and Western individualism—into a singular interpretation of life as it is revealed through the pursuit of genuine meaning by one man.
This is such a fantastic tale of a man learning the true meaning of serenity after passing through several stages, in my opinion. I wasn't sure whether I would like it because I don't read philosophy books very often, and they tend to be hit or miss for most people, but this one is certainly a hit because Siddharta is somewhat similar to me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, and Death
solarorange's review against another edition
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Alcohol
mysticlucy's review against another edition
informative
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Suicide attempt
Minor: Misogyny
cptnstphy's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Siddhartha came at an important time of growth in my life, and I wish to own it now to re-read it annually as I navigate building my Self and spiritual awareness and beliefs. The most positive lasting effect this book had on me is that I now pause to meditate and/or listen to any river I encounter to hear its teachings (or to hear more clearly the inner workings of my mind).
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide attempt
Minor: Sexual content, Religious bigotry, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
irisirae's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
3.0
" He smiled at the river. Was this not the river in which he had once wished to drown himself - hundred of years ago - or had he dreamt it?"
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide attempt
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