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Siddhartha

By: Hermann Hesse, Joachim Neugroschel - translator
Narrated by: Firdous Bamji
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Siddhartha is Nobel Prize-winning author Hermann Hesse's most famous and influential work, a novel of self-exploration that will linger in your mind and spirit for a lifetime.

A young man, blessed with loving parents and a safe home in a world where want and neglect abound, leaves this haven in search of himself. He joins the Samanas, a band of wandering ascetics without possessions or earthly ties. His quest unfulfilled, he descends into a life of unbounded luxury and indulgence. Where is truth? Where will his soul find true ease? In denial? In decadence? Or in some truth far greater than himself, so simple, so close to him, yet so obvious that only clear eyes may see it?

Siddhartha reawakens questions most of us have long ceased asking ourselves and opens paths to spirituality many of us have never traveled.

Translated by Joachim Neugroschel.

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This book is all about finding one's self and is often described as a hippie's paradise, and it truly is. Would definitely read this again.

Life changing

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If you've just discovered or would like to rediscover how beautiful this book is, you won't be disappointed. The translation is excellent as is the narrator's pace and feeling. It's Hesse's most popular for a reason and you shouldn't be disappointed.

Beautiful short listen

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Phenomenal story. Absolutely fulfilling and satisfying in every way. I recently read a review that classified this book as a Journey to nowhere. And I think that is a shame. You’re allowed to think that, but give it a read first, I have a feeling you will disagree as I do.

Not a journey to nowhere

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Amazing book. A must read for all human beings. When you’re done reading it, read it again and then again.

Beyond the Noise

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Excellent book that has piqued my interest in Buddhism and the teachings of the Buddha. Purchased just by chance from a recommendation.

Well told and captivating

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