Narcissus and Goldmund
Description
In this profound novel, Hermann Hesse explores the eternal duality of human nature through the intertwined lives of two friends, the ascetic Narcissus and the sensuous Goldmund. Leaving the cloistered world of their monastery, they embark on vastly different paths, one seeking spiritual enlightenment and the other embracing the fleeting pleasures of the world. Their journey becomes a powerful exploration of art, love, death, and the search for self-knowledge, set against the backdrop of medieval Europe. Hesse's lyrical prose and philosophical depth invite readers to contemplate the balance between intellect and instinct, spirit and flesh, and the ultimate meaning of a life lived fully.
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Unknown
Published Jan 1, 1959
300 pages
ISBN: 9780374506841
paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2017
320 pages
ISBN: 9780141984612
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Details
First Published
1930
Language
deu
Translation
From: deu
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