Knulp by Hermann Hesse

Knulp

Hermann Hesse with Ralph Manheim (Translator)

114 pages first pub 1915 (editions) user-added

fiction classics challenging reflective fast-paced

Description

First published in 1915, Knulp was Hesse's most popular book in the years before Demian. This is the first edition in English. Knulp is an amiable vagabond who wanders from town to town, staying with friends who feed and shelter him. Consistentl...

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Community Reviews Summary of 240 reviews

Moods

reflective 83%
emotional 62%
adventurous 50%
inspiring 41%
relaxing 29%
sad 29%
hopeful 25%
lighthearted 25%
dark 8%
funny 8%
informative 8%
mysterious 8%
challenging 4%

Pace

medium 40%
fast 31%
slow 27%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 53% | Yes: 20% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 13%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 13%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 76% | Yes: 23%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

3.81

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