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Synopsis
Hermann Hesse wrote Siddhartha after he traveled to India in the 1910s. It tells the story of a young boy who travels the country in a quest for spiritual enlightenment in the time of Guatama Buddha. It is a compact, lyrical work, which reads like an allegory about the finding of wisdom.
Is Siddhartha appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This lyrical allegorical novel follows a young man's spiritual journey in ancient India, exploring philosophical and religious themes with mature reflection. Contains some adult themes around sensuality and materialism but no graphic content.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, mild sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Teens interested in philosophy, spirituality, and inner journeys will find this contemplative story of self-discovery compelling.