Siddhartha

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The narrative follows Siddhartha's quest for spiritual enlightenment during the era of Gautama Buddha. This lyrical novel explores themes of self-discovery and the search for meaning, reflecting Hesse's philosophical insights. Written in German and published in the U.S. in 1951, it gained significant popularity in the 1960s. Hesse honors his influences by dedicating the first part to Romain Rolland and the second to his cousin, Wilhelm Gundert, showcasing the personal connections behind this profound work.