A review by katrinalenhernandez
Beneath the Wheel by Hermann Hesse

dark sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Hesse creates a story but also a symbol with this book. He very aptly describes the problem with most educational/growing up systems in the world.  Hans is the protagonist in this story as well as symbol of every child in the world who didn't fit the system. A very well constructed and insightful read.