Siddhartha

<p><b>Hermann Hesse's moving and inspirational chronicle of spiritual enlightenment with an introduction by Paulo Coehlo </b><br><br><i>Siddhartha</i> is perhaps the most important and compelling moral allegory our troubled century has produced. Integrating Eastern and Western spiritual traditions with psychoanalysis and philosophy this strangely simple tale written with a deep and moving empathy for humanity has touched the lives of millions since its original publication in 1922. Set in India <i>Siddhartha</i> is the story of a young Brahmin's search for ultimate reality after meeting with the Buddha. His quest takes him from a life of decadence to asceticism from the illusory joys of sensual love with a beautiful courtesan and of wealth and fame to the painful struggles with his son and the ultimate wisdom of renunciation.<br><br>If you enjoyed <i>Siddhartha</i> you might like Hesse's <i>Steppenwolf</i> also available in Penguin Classics.</p>