Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse

Siddhartha

Hermann Hesse

90 pages • first pub 1922 (editions)

fiction classics philosophy inspiring reflective medium-paced
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The word Siddhartha is made up of two words in the Sanskrit language, siddha (gotten) + artha (meaning or wealth). The two words together mean "one who has found meaning (of existence)" or "he who has attained his goals". The Buddha's name, before...

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Moods

reflective 92%
inspiring 70%
hopeful 32%
adventurous 23%
emotional 22%
challenging 20%
relaxing 17%
informative 14%
mysterious 9%
lighthearted 7%
sad 3%

Pace

medium 49%
slow 27%
fast 23%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 84% | A mix: 11% | Plot: 2% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 12% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 46% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 5% | N/A: 2%

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