Narcissus and Goldmund by Hermann Hesse is a profound exploration of the duality between intellect and emotion, spirituality and sensuality. Set in medieval Germany, the novel follows the diverging paths of two friends: Narcissus, a disciplined and introspective monk, and Goldmund, a restless, artistic soul who leaves the cloister in search of beauty, love, and meaning in the world. As Goldmund wanders through forests, cities, and relationships, his experiences illuminate the richness of life outside structured belief systems. Hesse masterfully contrasts the two archetypes—thinker and dreamer—offering a timeless meditation on the human need to reconcile mind and heart. This edition from Peter Owen Modern Classics presents the English translation in lyrical, accessible prose.
Technical details:
Pages: 254
Publication year: 2006
Publisher: Peter Owen Ltd (Peter Owen Modern Classics)
Language: English
Translated from: German
Author: Hermann Hesse
ISBN: 9780720612912
Narcissus and Goldmund by Hermann Hesse
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