Narcissus and Goldmund by Hermann Hesse

Narcissus and Goldmund

Hermann Hesse

320 pages • first pub 1930 (editions)

fiction classics literary challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

Hesse's novel of two medieval men, one quietly content with his religion and monastic life, the other in fervent search of more worldly salvation. This conflict between flesh and spirit, between emotional and contemplative man, was a life study fo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,168 reviews

Moods

reflective 87%
adventurous 58%
emotional 53%
inspiring 39%
challenging 27%
sad 21%
hopeful 19%
dark 14%
mysterious 11%
lighthearted 6%
relaxing 6%
informative 3%
tense 3%
funny 1%

Pace

slow 46%
medium 46%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 81% | A mix: 17% | Plot: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 11% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 69% | Yes: 17% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 6%

Average rating

4.04

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