Siddhartha: A New Translation (Shambhala Classics)

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One America’s Favorite Books, PBS’s The Great American Read Nobel Prize–winning author: This classic of 20th-century literature chronicles the spiritual evolution of a man living in India at the time of the Buddha—a tale that has inspired generations of readers Here is a fresh translation of the classic Herman Hesse novel, from Sherab Chödzin Kohn—a gifted translator and longtime student of Buddhism and Eastern philosophy. Kohn invites readers along Siddhartha’s spiritual journey—experiencing his highs and lows, loves and disappointments along the way. We first meet Siddhartha as a privileged brahmin’s son. Handsome, well-loved, and growing increasingly dissatisfied with the life expected of him, he then sets out on his journey, not realizing that he is fulfilling the prophesies proclaimed at his birth. Siddhartha blends in with the world, showing the reader the beauty and intricacies of the mind, nature, and his experiences on the path to enlightenment. Sherab Chödzin Kohn’s flowing, poetic translation conveys the philosophical and spiritual nuances of Hesse’s text, paying special attention to the qualities of meditative experience. Also included is an extensive introduction by Paul W. Morris that discusses the impact Siddhartha has had on American culture. Review: Simply Awesome. - Extremely well translated! Review: Siddartha - This is one of those works of literature that everyone should read in their lifetime. It is the story of a young man's journey to enlightenment and the experiences he has along the way. I love this book because it makes me think, it forces me to look at myself from a new perspective. It opens my mind up to the material world and the spirituality that surrounds all of us whether we are aware of it or not. Reading Siddartha is not just "reading a book", it is a step in expanding your mind and enriching your heart and soul. Definitely put this book on your must read list.