Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse

Siddhartha

Hermann Hesse

221 pages • first pub 1922 (editions)

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Description

The tale follows a wealthy son of a Brahmin, Siddhatha, as he explores the extremes of human existence: first through religion, then via harsh self-denial, then by plunging headlong into the hedonism of sensual love, wealth, gambling and power. At...

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Moods

reflective 92%
inspiring 70%
hopeful 31%
adventurous 23%
challenging 21%
emotional 21%
relaxing 18%
informative 13%
mysterious 8%
lighthearted 7%
sad 3%

Pace

medium 49%
slow 27%
fast 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

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

Strong character development?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 12% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 46% | Yes: 27% | 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

3.77

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