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Author: Hermann Hesse

The Steppenwolf

The melancholic Harry Haller lives in a rented room. The aversion he feels towards the modern way of life drives him to remain alone – like a wolf of the steppes. And although he longs...

The Steppenwolf

The melancholic Harry Haller lives in a rented room. The aversion he feels towards the modern way of life drives him to remain alone – like a wolf of the steppes. And although he longs for human warmth and companionship, he is unable to reconcile with the hypocrisy of urban values. However, upon meeting the carefree yet deceptive Hermina, he...

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  • Release 31/01/2014
  • Pages Pages 304
  • Cover Cover Soft
  • Translation Translation Giorgos D. Depastas
  • Publisher Publisher Minoas
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Description

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The Steppenwolf

The melancholic Harry Haller lives in a rented room. The aversion he feels towards the modern way of life drives him to remain alone – like a wolf of the steppes. And although he longs for human warmth and companionship, he is unable to reconcile with the hypocrisy of urban values. However, upon meeting the carefree yet deceptive Hermina, he will sense the flickers of a possible happiness.

Haller struggles to reconcile the primal, wild nature of the wolf with the artificial social dictates. Torn between materialism and spirit, he seeks to discover his deeper nature and reconcile with people and life. By shifting the boundaries between fantasy and reality, Harry Haller aims to emerge from isolation, resurrecting ecstasy and freedom from the dusty archives of everyday life.

The Steppenwolf was published in 1927 and was the novel that brought Hesse worldwide recognition. It is a powerful read that traces the dark paths of the human soul and sweeps us into its vortex.

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Specifications

Author
Hermann Hesse
Publisher
Minoas
Original Title
Der Steppenwolf
Type
Classic Literature
Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
304
Release Date
31/01/2014
Publication Date
2014
Dimensions
13x20 cm
ISBN-13
9786180211443

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  • artBaz
    5
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful

    Difficult and demanding, it definitely gives you a lot but you have to be ready to accept it. I recommend it no matter what.

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    • It was not easy to read
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  • mprlmp
    5
    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful

    It is an amazing book, I highly recommend it. Hermann is unbelievably talented in spirituality

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  • Klaidi_Jardia
    5
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    Very nice book for someone who wants to discover the power of solitude, but also how to deal with various situations!

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  • for lonely people..self-aware

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  • A book that captivates you from the very first moment!

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    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
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    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
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    • Paper quality
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    • Was it relatively easy to read?
    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    • Paper quality
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    • Was it relatively easy to read?
    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    • Paper quality
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • Was it relatively interesting?
    • I liked the writing style in some parts
    • I might recommend it for reading
    • It was not easy to read
  • Difficult and demanding, it definitely gives you a lot but you have to be ready to accept it. I recommend it no matter what.

    Translated from Greek ·
    1
  • It is an amazing book, I highly recommend it. Hermann is unbelievably talented in spirituality

    Translated from Greek ·
    3
  • Very nice book for someone who wants to discover the power of solitude, but also how to deal with various situations!

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • for lonely people..self-aware

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • A book that captivates you from the very first moment!

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
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The Steppenwolf

The melancholic Harry Haller lives in a rented room. The aversion he feels towards the modern way of life drives him to remain alone – like a wolf of the steppes. And although he longs for human warmth and companionship, he is unable to reconcile with the hypocrisy of urban values. However, upon meeting the carefree yet deceptive Hermina, he will sense the flickers of a possible happiness.

Haller struggles to reconcile the primal, wild nature of the wolf with the artificial social dictates. Torn between materialism and spirit, he seeks to discover his deeper nature and reconcile with people and life. By shifting the boundaries between fantasy and reality, Harry Haller aims to emerge from isolation, resurrecting ecstasy and freedom from the dusty archives of everyday life.

The Steppenwolf was published in 1927 and was the novel that brought Hesse worldwide recognition. It is a powerful read that traces the dark paths of the human soul and sweeps us into its vortex.

Manufacturer

Author
Hermann Hesse
Publisher
Minoas
Original Title
Der Steppenwolf
Type
Classic Literature
Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
304
Release Date
31/01/2014
Publication Date
2014
Dimensions
13x20 cm
ISBN-13
9786180211443

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Reviews (16)

  1. 14
  2. 2
  3. 3 stars
    0
  4. 2 stars
    0
  5. 1 star
    0
Review this product
  • Paper quality
  • I would read a book by the same author
  • Was it interesting enough?
  • I liked the writing style
  • I would recommend it for reading
  • Was it relatively easy to read?
  • artBaz
    5
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful

    Difficult and demanding, it definitely gives you a lot but you have to be ready to accept it. I recommend it no matter what.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Paper quality
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I might recommend it for reading
    • It was not easy to read
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • mprlmp
    5
    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful

    It is an amazing book, I highly recommend it. Hermann is unbelievably talented in spirituality

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Klaidi_Jardia
    5
    2 out of 2 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    Very nice book for someone who wants to discover the power of solitude, but also how to deal with various situations!

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • for lonely people..self-aware

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • A book that captivates you from the very first moment!

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    Did you find this review helpful?
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
  • Verified purchase

  • Verified purchase

    • Paper quality
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    • Was it relatively easy to read?
    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    • Paper quality
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    • Was it relatively easy to read?
    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    • Paper quality
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • Was it relatively interesting?
    • I liked the writing style in some parts
    • I might recommend it for reading
    • It was not easy to read
  • Difficult and demanding, it definitely gives you a lot but you have to be ready to accept it. I recommend it no matter what.

    Translated from Greek ·
    1
  • It is an amazing book, I highly recommend it. Hermann is unbelievably talented in spirituality

    Translated from Greek ·
    3
  • Very nice book for someone who wants to discover the power of solitude, but also how to deal with various situations!

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • for lonely people..self-aware

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • A book that captivates you from the very first moment!

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • See all
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