Siddhartha

Set during the era of Gautama Buddha, the narrative follows Siddhartha's profound spiritual journey toward self-discovery. Hermann Hesse employs a simple yet lyrical writing style to explore themes of enlightenment and personal growth. Originally published in German in 1922 and later in the US in 1951, the novel gained significant influence during the 1960s. Hesse dedicated the first part to Romain Rolland and the second to his cousin Wilhelm Gundert, highlighting his personal connections and inspirations.