Siddhartha Audiobook

" A little book, a mere 122 pages long but packed with so much wisdom. "

" Clearly a badly translated book. The spiritual aspect of the book does leave lingering thoughts, though I am definitely nowhere more enlightened than when I first started the book. May be worth a second read if the bad english doesn't put me off too much.... "

" I don't mean to sound like a greasy hippy but this was fun to read. Short, bursty, and wise. "

" A very interesting take on the world. I enjoyed it very much. "

" I am not surprised to hear this book was and continues to be influential. It teaches a very important lesson: wisdom cannot be communicated. I loved it. "

" Such beautiful writing, it flowed so well. "

" One of my favorite books "

" Beautiful, poetic, profound, deep and thought-provoking, this book is nothing less than sublime. "

" It was so lovely. Such a cool take on Siddartha. Loveable guy, he was not perfect. "

" Great book, especially for those interested in the concepts of Buddhist spirituality and history. "

" Read within one go- speaks for itself I would say! "

" Read this in the 1970s. In fact, I read everything Hesse wrote that I could find. One day I'll reread this book, I hope. So many books, so little time! "

" A wonderful meditation on what is really important in life. Slim, but filled with meaning. "

" I struggled with staying interested in this...I don't think I got as much out of it as I should have. The problem may have been the absolutely atrocious ebook copy that I read (that came pre-loaded on my Kobo) that was so riddled with transcription errors that it took away a lot from the book and honestly left me wondering if they might have even skipped a chapter or two, since I thought this was a much longer book than it actually was. I definitely want to reread this in the future. "

" I read this one just because it was on a list of "30 Books Everyone Should Read Before Turning 30" but couldn't tell you what made it worthy of being on such a list. I didn't find it powerful or insightful or life-altering or anything of the sort, maybe I'm not the target audience (under 30). Also, I guess it could've been the translation, but I thought the writing was exceedingly clunky. I kept hearing the robot devil in my head. "This opera's as lousy as it is brilliant. Your lyrics lack subtlety. You can't just have your characters announce how they feel! That makes me feel angry!" "

" I am not surprised to hear this book was and continues to be influential. It teaches a very important lesson: wisdom cannot be communicated. I loved it. "

" It's not really about Buddha, but the story still a good read if you are into books that teach you about life and values. "

" I had to read this for school. I didn't get much enjoyment out of it but I didn't hate it as much as I hated reading Lord of the Flies. "

" I first read Siddhartha, by Hermann Hesse, in 1969 as part of a German literature class at the University of Pittsburgh. I loved it then and I also loved it when I reread it twice since then. It has been an important book for me, especially when I first read it at a very impressionable time when I needed any little bit of spirituality that I could get. Although this book certainly did not eliminate my confusion and anxiety, it left a dormant interest in spirituality and especially in Buddhism, which blossomed many years later. That has turned out to be a positive force in my life. Although I have a long path ahead of me, I feel more comfortable about my life and the path ahead. "

" A delightful and smooth-flowing novel, which had many interesting spiritual insights. A great book to read if you want to expand your mind! "

" The "plot" didn't really keep me overly engaged (the whole book is just the story of the guy's life) but it was interesting to see how he changed and evolved over the years. It was a pretty easy read as well. "

" Es un libro que vale la pena leer y releer. A mi parecer es de esas joyas literarias que merecen ser atesoradas en los estantes de toda biblioteca privada de todo lector voraz. La intensa lucha interna por encontrar la paz. Hermann Hesse relata con detalles las cavilaciones de lo que todo hombre sobre la faz de la tierra pudiera tener en cuanto a la esencia misma del "yo". Muy buen libro para hacerte pensar y meditar. "

" In my teens this made a great impression, still does "

" Hess at his best don't skip this book "

" This book was a great spiritual journey. "

" After reading this book i was both happier and i felt like i learned a great deal. I liked this book a lot. It was very intriguing and i would recommend it to anybody like likes a good story. "

" Enlightening to say the least... "

" In the time of the Buddha, another young man, Siddhartha, sets out to attain enlightenment in his own way. Does he succeed? "

" Amazing! Everyone should read it. "

" Existential angst or philosophical orgasm or lessons on nirvana or whatever you believe this book is about, 'Siddhartha' is a must read for everyone on the road to self-discovery. What I can say in this review is irrelevant. You need to read the book and figure it out yourself. And I say that because.. that's what the books tells us to do! "

" I picked this book because I had never read a book of Hermann Hesse (nobel prize winner in literature) and was also drawn to the title "Siddhartha" thought must have to do with the life of Buddha and his journey towards salvation, it was so indeed but in a different way, it is a novel in which the central character Siddhartha, who is a Brahmin boy, raised in a Brahmin way, with a philosophical bent of mind, practices meditation early from his childhood, became and ascetic in his youth, suddenly deviates himself from this route and renounces the need of a any doctrine or teacher to seek the true path. In pursuit of this he enters the world of lust and desire, he learnt ways to succeed, he hoarded money, squandered money, learnt how to stimulate his senses and became a worldly man (who to him was an ordinary man)! Though living amongst these ordinary men his mind and soul were never present...... he knew the futility of such living! The author very beautifully presents that time is an illusion, everything is transitory and everything has two sides, that makes the complete truth, good and evil exists at the same time, there is buddha in every one of us (saint or murderer) its just a matter of how one perceives oneself. The same what Buddha had also said.... but putting it in the form of a story makes the matter more tangible to the reader! I would end up by giving five stars to the book. "

" I'm pretty sure this book just changed my life... "

" A classic and should be required reading for everyone living in the Western world where we are surrounded by material things and consumerism. I read this book as a young person, but enjoyed it much more as an adult. For me the message was far more profound than the writing, and one that is worth reading more than once in life. "

" great ! we always end up finding that the truth is inside. "

" expected something more from this work by hesse,but was not fully satisfied. "

" Definitely one of my favorite books ever. The simplicity of how the reader follow the evolution of the main character, understaning and discovering with him this amazing life and its possible meanings is simply amazing. It is a boook that makes you think, and does it wonderfully. "

" Spiritual journey of a man. "

" Simple yet complex, lucid yet provocative. A short but intense voyage into our inner recesses of consciousness. "

" A life changing book. I don't say that every often, if ever. That distinction is only offered to a very rare book, but this is definitely one of them. I will need to reread it again and again to remind myself of how wonderful life is with all of its wonders positive and challenging, too. "

" A very short but deep book. One of the best I have ever read. "

" Good book if are willing to simply go on a journey with Siddhartha..no expectations, no judgement. "

" Did not enjoy it, but I think I should give it a second chance as I was a teenager when I read it. "

" should be a mandatory read for all teens. "

" Very spiritual, book about finding serenity. I like it very much. "

" Read and reread this one- and listen to it on Audiobooks. It will feed your soul. "

" Easy little read. Nice book. "

" I have very mixed feelings about this book. On one hand I enjoyed reading about his journey seeking knowledge, understanding, and self. However, his character seemed arrogant. At times I found myself very put-off by Siddhartha's character. "

" Makes my top 5 list of books - in the top spot. A poetically written story and a great read. "

" In my teens this made a great impression, still does "

" Almost immediately I fell into this book. One of the best portrayals of the hero archetype that I've come across in literature! "

" While not the exact story of the Buddha, this story is fascinating and teaches the wisdoms of Buddhism. Fantastic read, a real changer on one's perspective on the world. "

" This was actually very interesting. I learned a lot more about Buddism then I knew before "

" It's good to re-read this periodically throughout life. It sort-of serves as my "bible" I guess. It gives me spiritual guidance. "

" This book shows how wanting something will just cause you pain, for example pleasing others to get what you want can hurt you just like him he lost himself. There are lessons that can be learned in this book "

" Must read - one of the best; "

" A gem of a book. "

" I read this while in Hawaii when I was having jet lag. It's a strange read. Intriguing too. "

" This is one of my life changing reads when I was a teen. "

" The beginning of my love of all things written by the brilliant Hermann Hesse "

" Love this book. Life is so much simpler than we allow it to be. Herman Hesse is the sublime one. "

" kindle. okay book, but if the ending of sansara is the ultimate point for living things I will not experience it in this life time and as such this just speaks truth to people who are nearly there while leaving others behind which is a shame but understandably that is how things are. "

" A book with a profound effect on the reader. It's a relatively simple story about finding yourself. Yet there is so much depth in it, that you want to come back to it, to look behind the obvious, to find the meaning in things. Before you know it, you will look at yourself, and your own surroundings in a similar way. "

" Couldn't help smiling every time i picked up this book. Within it i found peace of mind and endless insight. I highly recommend it. "

" I LOVE this book; it's one of my favorites! "

" This is a must-read in my opinion, one of the rare few that I attempt to re-read every year or so. The lessons of patience and love are ones everyone could stand to be remind of. A truly great read. "

" I read this book during my Freshman year of Collage. I completely forgot how this book helped shaped my philosophies of life. I really enjoyed re-reading and plan to re-read at least once a year. "

" A valuable book based on the teachings of Guatama and Buddhist philosophy. "

" Best book for the last decade for me.. "

" After reading this book i was both happier and i felt like i learned a great deal. I liked this book a lot. It was very intriguing and i would recommend it to anybody like likes a good story. "

" I really liked this book. "

" My teenage epiphany. I grew up but Siddartha was nice while it lasted. "

" La historia de una vida, muy entretenido y con varias frases memorables, comulgo con varias de las premisas que plantea el libro, lo recomiendo "

" Like many others, I picked this classic up for $.50 at my favorite used book store The Book Garden since I never had to read it in any of my lit classes in high school or college. I'm glad I read it when I was older and not a young moron. I probably wouldn't have appreciated it then. "

" Well written. Good piece of real literature. Simple yet art. "

" This is one of those books that tend to become a lot of TALKING but the moral of the story is inspiring! "

" This book was alright. I enjoyed reading Siddhartha's journey but I might get more out of it, if I read it in a class room setting next time. Who knows, maybe next time I'll read it in German. "

" Utterly brilliant. Changed how I think of life, time, the world, movement, history.. Incredibly written and flawless. "

" One of the most amazing books I've ever read. I read it in my early twenties and again only recently in my late thirties and both times it has enlightened me in a different way. "

" One of the best philosophical books I've ever read... "

" This is my favourite book. You follow an inspirational and encouraging journey as the book progresses, and you will find that you learn a lot about yourself. Would recommend it to everyone. "

" Underrated ... slightly. Overrated in some quarters. "

" Great story but not the subject for me. It was a class assignment. "

" One of the bestest books ever... you HAVE to read this, seriously. LoL "

" A life changing book. I don't say that every often, if ever. That distinction is only offered to a very rare book, but this is definitely one of them. I will need to reread it again and again to remind myself of how wonderful life is with all of its wonders positive and challenging, too. "

" I thought it was very interesting showing how a man came to enlightenment on his own. with out any help from anyone. Just enjoying the little things in life can lead one to enlightenment. "

" Gave me a throbbing headache. I was so annoyed by Hesse's original German prose that I had to resort to the English translation. I still need to read the German version for exam, though. Not impressed. I'd say this is quite all over the place. Tried to be profound but failed. "

" One of the most evocative journeys to spiritual awareness written, a guidepost for saying goodbye to materialism. "

" An innovative spiritual journey to inner most emotions of Indian spirituality and the search for meaning of life. "

" Very inspiring and would really like to read it again. really fond of it "

" some books with small number of pages are so good that you would always like them to be read again and again it is one of them "

" Interesting book on the life of an Indian man in self-discovery and "om". "

" Read it in high school. Might need to go back to it. "

" Very much impressed with this book...my philosophical and spiritual phase of life took a beautiful turn after reading this book. "

" It was a pleasant read and in some respects gives on food for thought. I am glad I read it. "

" Every person on planet earth should read and understand this book "

" Very much impressed with this book...my philosophical and spiritual phase of life took a beautiful turn after reading this book. "

" My favorite book. I read it again and again and then give it away. "

" Hesse has written a life of the Buddha before he became more than a man. Very little is known of his actual life and much that is known is wrapped up in myth. It could have been just like this, as it feels absolutely 'right'. "

" Prachtige parabel, zij het soms iets te pathetisch. Ook Bildungsroman: alle stadia en ervaringen van het menselijke leven komen aan bod. Centrale boodschap aan ons westerlingen: "Zoeken is niet vinden". "

" This oak takes me back to my late adolescence. What a journey! What an imagination! Sweeping... "

" Great book, especially for those interested in the concepts of Buddhist spirituality and history. "

" Germans got Buddhism cray-cray mid-century! The life and times of Gautama Siddhartha, the Shakyamuni Buddha. "

" While I was reading this novel I felt completely connected to the character as his choices in life changed him, as he was both blessed and worried. It's a good read if you are at least slightly interested about buddhism. "

" Second reading, one of ye olde truth-seeking classics. Still worthwhile. "

" Very much impressed with this book...my philosophical and spiritual phase of life took a beautiful turn after reading this book. "

" Any book by Hesse is a spiritual journey that embraces both the ascetic and worldly path. I recognise such truth in his writing. It is by living and being all one is that one awakens, "

" A wonderful short novel that kept me reading until it was done. Very enjoyable tale of a spiritual journeys! Highly recommended. "

" Interesting book on the life of an Indian man in self-discovery and "om". "

" My stand-by. I've a copy in my car and my Kindle. This story never fails to remind me of the path I'm on, regardless of the events in my life. "

" I read this so long ago (in the 1960s) I cannot remember-- only that I was touched by it, at the time. "

" excelente para iniciar en el mundo d ela lectura "

" It taught me how to be well and feel good with myself. "

" Amazing you cannot describe wisdom... it just can be felt "

" While not the exact story of the Buddha, this story is fascinating and teaches the wisdoms of Buddhism. Fantastic read, a real changer on one's perspective on the world. "

" This book shows how wanting something will just cause you pain, for example pleasing others to get what you want can hurt you just like him he lost himself. There are lessons that can be learned in this book "

" tagging this as entrepreneurship because i think it gives you the right mindset for handling day-to-day and monumental variance. recognition and acceptance of "what is" is a central theme. "

" Read this as a teenager and loved it. I like Hesse and think I may re-read this. "

" Read this in the 1970s. In fact, I read everything Hesse wrote that I could find. One day I'll reread this book, I hope. So many books, so little time! "

" For those with an interest in Eastern religion and philosophy, a good book to read. "

" Bah. Overstated and highly sentimental. No wonder Paulo Coelho likes him so much, and I now know where he obtained his dreadful style from. "

" I think I will read it again "

" Just finished with my 10th graders. A struggle for them, but a journey of discovery for them too. This lyrical journey always compels me to reflect on the progress of my life and "enlightenment." "

" One of my favorite books that I read in high school . A huge thanks to Mr. Slade for this one "

" least favorite of Hesse. doesn't even touch Demian, in my opinion. "

" It's not Hesse's best novel, yet... His words just flow on the pages as the river he craves and dreams for serenity "

" I enjoyed this book because it was an easy read. The changes Siddhartha goes through and to see the world in his view was interesting to read as well. "

" Thought-provoking! Made me question the world and myself. "

" not really my kind of book.... "

" This book was alright. I enjoyed reading Siddhartha's journey but I might get more out of it, if I read it in a class room setting next time. Who knows, maybe next time I'll read it in German. "

" I wasn't terribly impressed, Hesse has better books. But it was good, and you should probably read it. "

" The book was hard to read, but It had a lot of deep meanings and good quotes, which I enjoyed. I think the questions I had to answer for the book made me like the book even less. It definitely wasn't my favorite book to read, but nonetheless it was somewhat interesting. "

" Too slow..maybe German writers aren't my type!I prefer different rhythms. "

" While I was reading this novel I felt completely connected to the character as his choices in life changed him, as he was both blessed and worried. It's a good read if you are at least slightly interested about buddhism. "

" Slow, pointless and ultimately unsatisfying. I experienced the opposite of nirvana while reading this book. "

" This book shows how wanting something will just cause you pain, for example pleasing others to get what you want can hurt you just like him he lost himself. There are lessons that can be learned in this book "

" "Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared." "

" Read this many years ago, but remains one of my all time favorite. "

" One of the best books I've ever read. I read it in one sitting. "

" Read this many years ago, but remains one of my all time favorite. "

" One of the best books I've ever read. I read it in one sitting. "

" One of the best books I've ever read. I read it in one sitting. "

" Read this many years ago, but remains one of my all time favorite. "

" Me and Siddharta agree ! It's all abouts the love; take that, world of transitory illusion! "

" Me and Siddharta agree ! It's all abouts the love; take that, world of transitory illusion! "

" Me and Siddharta agree ! It's all abouts the love; take that, world of transitory illusion! "

" i have and do always love this book "

" i have and do always love this book "

" i have and do always love this book "

" I remember being happy after reading this book. Herman Hesse makes you think about life and the different stages. Excellent! Highly Recommended! "

" I remember being happy after reading this book. Herman Hesse makes you think about life and the different stages. Excellent! Highly Recommended! "

" I remember being happy after reading this book. Herman Hesse makes you think about life and the different stages. Excellent! Highly Recommended! "

" one of my favorite books "

" A plot driven book with characters who don't feel authentic. "

" A plot driven book with characters who don't feel authentic. "

" A plot driven book with characters who don't feel authentic. "

" just reread siddhartha again. i liked it better when i was younger, but find it far more true now that i'm older. "

" A story about Siddhartha's spiritual journey to find the truth and in the process himself. The enthralling journey takes him to saints, merchants, courtesan, ferryman, etc. With each acquaintance he learnt something which took him near to the truth. Short and concise novel and a classic. "

" just reread siddhartha again. i liked it better when i was younger, but find it far more true now that i'm older. "

" A story about Siddhartha's spiritual journey to find the truth and in the process himself. The enthralling journey takes him to saints, merchants, courtesan, ferryman, etc. With each acquaintance he learnt something which took him near to the truth. Short and concise novel and a classic. "

" A story about Siddhartha's spiritual journey to find the truth and in the process himself. The enthralling journey takes him to saints, merchants, courtesan, ferryman, etc. With each acquaintance he learnt something which took him near to the truth. Short and concise novel and a classic. "

" just reread siddhartha again. i liked it better when i was younger, but find it far more true now that i'm older. "

" I really enjoyed this book, but I don't have time to do a full review. "

" I really enjoyed this book, but I don't have time to do a full review. "

" I really enjoyed this book, but I don't have time to do a full review. "

" The last 12th chapter was beautifully written. Simple and expertly told, of a subject that would be difficult to relate. "

" I had to read this book for English class. I thought it was very boring and Herman Hesse's style of writing was boring also. No reason to read this book unless you're forced to! "

" The last 12th chapter was beautifully written. Simple and expertly told, of a subject that would be difficult to relate. "

" I had to read this book for English class. I thought it was very boring and Herman Hesse's style of writing was boring also. No reason to read this book unless you're forced to! "

" The last 12th chapter was beautifully written. Simple and expertly told, of a subject that would be difficult to relate. "

" I had to read this book for English class. I thought it was very boring and Herman Hesse's style of writing was boring also. No reason to read this book unless you're forced to! "