Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse

Siddhartha

Hermann Hesse

174 pages • first pub 1922 (editions)

fiction classics philosophy inspiring reflective medium-paced

Description

This allegorical novel, set in sixth-century India around the time of the Buddha, follows a young man on his search for enlightenment. THIS ENRICHED CLASSIC EDITION INCLUDES: A concise introduction that gives the reader important background in...

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Moods

reflective 91%
inspiring 70%
hopeful 30%
adventurous 23%
challenging 21%
emotional 21%
relaxing 18%
informative 14%
mysterious 8%
lighthearted 7%
sad 3%

Pace

medium 49%
slow 28%
fast 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 84% | A mix: 11% | Plot: 2% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 12% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 45% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 5% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.78

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