August 2010 Good Housekeeping selection.
On My Bookshelf by Joseph Fiennes...
I read Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse when I was 16 and it ignited my passion for literature – I’d been completely uninterested at school. It provides a simple breakdown of Buddhist philosophy as it follows a man who tries to find restoration on a higher plane.
Follow Siddhartha on a journey toward peace and enlightenment in this vibrantly illustrated hardcover edition of Herman Hesse's lyrical masterwork.Set in ancient Nepal, Siddhartha rediscovers the illumination gained through travel, meditation, and the teachings of the Buddha. Join the young Brahmin in his quest for reality as he explores themes of enlightenment and self-discovery. This stunning edition brings renewed brilliance to Herman Hesse's classic novel Siddhartha with:A display-worthy cover featuring debossing and foil accentsSumptuous chapter openers, each boasting a full-color illustration surrounded by meditative patternsDecorative flourishes on each page cornerIntricately illustrated pull quotes throughout the bookCombined with the original text from the US publication in 1951, these elements enhance Hesse's poetic vision, invigorating the mind and senses. This elegantly designed keepsake edition is an inspiring addition to any bookshelf.
| Primary Genre | Modern and Contemporary Fiction |
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Follow Siddhartha on a journey toward peace and enlightenment in this vibrantly illustrated hardcover edition of Herman Hesse's lyrical masterwork.Set in ancient Nepal, Siddhartha rediscovers the illumination gained through travel, meditation, and the teachings of the Buddha. Join the young Brahmin in his quest for reality as he explores themes of enlightenment and self-discovery.
Siddhartha features in the following genres: Modern and Contemporary Fiction, eBooks of the Month, General Fiction, Fiction, Recommendations
Paperback, Hardback, Ebook. £11.69, down from the £12.99 cover price. In Stock.
Siddhartha was written by Hermann Hesse and published by Wellfleet Press
Siddhartha has 224 pages
£11.69, reduced from £12.99. In Stock.
