The Norton Library edition ofSiddhartha features a new translation of the piece by Damion Searls. The translation is accessible to modern readers while still maintaining beautiful imagery and eloquent symbolism. Juan-Jacques Aupiais provides a compelling introduction and clarifying notes to give readers a strong historical and cultural foundation for engaging with the translation.The Norton Library is a growing collection of high-quality texts and translations—influential works of literature and philosophy—introduced and edited by leading scholars. Norton Library editions prepare readers for their first encounter with the works that they'll re-read over a lifetime.Inviting introductions highlight the work's significance and influence, providing the historical and literary context students need to dive in with confidence.Endnotes and an easy-to-read design deliver an uninterrupted reading experience, encouraging students to read the text first and refer to endnotes for more information as needed.An affordable price (most $10 or less) encourages students to buy the book and to come to class with the assigned edition.
| ISBN: | 9780393888577 |
| Publication date: | 1st December 2023 |
| Author: | Hermann Hesse |
| Publisher: | W.W. Norton and Company an imprint of W. W. Norton & Company |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Series: | The Norton Library |
| Genres: |
Literature: history and criticism |
The Norton Library edition ofSiddhartha features a new translation of the piece by Damion Searls. The translation is accessible to modern readers while still maintaining beautiful imagery and eloquent symbolism. Juan-Jacques Aupiais provides a compelling introduction and clarifying notes to give readers a strong historical and cultural foundation for engaging with the translation.The Norton Library is a growing collection of high-quality texts and translations—influential works of literature and philosophy—introduced and edited by leading scholars. Norton Library editions prepare readers for their first encounter with the works that they'll re-read over a lifetime.Inviting introductions highlight the work's significance and influence, providing the historical and literary context students need to dive in with confidence.Endnotes and an easy-to-read design deliver an uninterrupted reading experience, encouraging students to read the text first and refer to endnotes for more information as needed.An affordable price (most $10 or less) encourages students to buy the book and to come to class with the assigned edition.
Siddhartha (The Norton Library) features in the following genres: Literature: history and criticism
Siddhartha (The Norton Library) is available in Paperback
Siddhartha (The Norton Library) was written by Hermann Hesse and published by W.W. Norton and Company an imprint of W. W. Norton & Company
Yes it is part of The Norton Library series