2007-08-17 21:27:46 · 5 answers · asked by Jammie_♥ 4 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
I think it is a great book!
2007-08-17 21:38:01 · update #1
OMG I LOVE THAT BOOK! I have read it many times, and own a few copies so I can give out to my friends. Its inspiring at every page and shares with us wisdom and different lifestyles but same goal which is happiness. It shows us that we are blessed for just being here. Austerities, families, buisnesses, and living alone and even listening to nature (perhaps even our true nature) all have wonderful things because we can learn from everything. :)
2007-08-17 21:35:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I agree wholeheartedly with the first two responders to this question. I read Hesse a long time ago but remember him as a favorite of mine. I am so happy for this question because I have been in a reading vacuum, wondering what to read next. Now I know it will be re-reading some Hesse favorites of mine.
I think some older great authors are often overlooked by current readers who spend too much time with best selling listed books. I know I have and it can be a waste of time and money. You can't beat some of the older authors who really had great ideas and technique. I can hardly think of a writer in the past 40 years or so that can compare to the likes of Hesse, Maugham or Cervantes. (and so many others)
Another thought I have is that Hesse is not following some current fad, he is not trying to stuff anything down your throat, he merely presents some of life's wonders and dilemmas with utterly fantastic storytelling.
2007-08-18 07:28:44 · answer #2 · answered by andyg77 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's deceptively simple and unAmerican to be at peace, but the solution to world problems if everyone got on the same train I say deceptive because we don't appreciate love, peace and the inner beauty and beauty in the world. A little reality by learning the rules of inner peace and the love and genius within are at free at www tran4mind on the net Head and heart together are unbeatable.
2007-08-18 07:21:33 · answer #3 · answered by hb12 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try reading some more of Hesse. All of his works explore the dichotomy of those who live life to the fullest and those who are more reserved. He's one of my favorite authors!
2007-08-18 05:01:52 · answer #4 · answered by a3strangequarks 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I thought it was terrible. A lifetime spent in irresponsibility - which continued until the day of his death, at which point he presumably received "enlightenment" for his studious lack of character. Apparently, HH wasn't a fan of the idea of "karma".
Jim, www life-after-harry-potter com
2007-08-18 08:28:18 · answer #5 · answered by JimPettis 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋