This is a remarkable ode to Indian philosophy which serves as an allegory for the life of Buddha Shakyamuni. Though laconic, every word is embedded with truth and purpose. An exploration of devotion and spiritualism in ancient India. I could not recommend this book more.

The story of a young Brahman on the search of Atman, is only the beginning of a long journey that will bring Siddharta in various places where he could learn what cannot be taught: life. A short book, but full of thoughts. A must for everyone in his teens, but it is never too late to read it. I did not like the version of this book, anyway, which was quite uncomfortable to hold and the cover was poorly "photoshopped".

This is the book I tried so hard not to DNF. Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse is the story of a young man who leaves home to find the meaning in life. During his spiritual journey, he meets many different people who help him find inner peace and enlightenment. When I decided to read more classics, I was advised to look at what the world considers classics, as most authors on “classics” lists are American or British. Which I never realised before. This is one of those books that many people who are trying to find themselves recommend. After having a decade of my life consumed by ill health, I do have questions about being back out in the world. I have questions about myself and I thought this might change my outlook on life. Instead, it left me with so many questions. I suppose it has had an influence on me, but I do not feel an inner peace of enlightenment. More so frustration and confusion. I do think I will go back through and re-read this book when I have time off. I think that reading this whilst stressed and having a busy work load wasn’t the best timing. For now, I give it 2 stars.