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Siddhartha

By: Hermann Hesse, Joachim Neugroschel - translator
Narrated by: Firdous Bamji
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Siddhartha is Nobel Prize-winning author Hermann Hesse's most famous and influential work, a novel of self-exploration that will linger in your mind and spirit for a lifetime.

A young man, blessed with loving parents and a safe home in a world where want and neglect abound, leaves this haven in search of himself. He joins the Samanas, a band of wandering ascetics without possessions or earthly ties. His quest unfulfilled, he descends into a life of unbounded luxury and indulgence. Where is truth? Where will his soul find true ease? In denial? In decadence? Or in some truth far greater than himself, so simple, so close to him, yet so obvious that only clear eyes may see it?

Siddhartha reawakens questions most of us have long ceased asking ourselves and opens paths to spirituality many of us have never traveled.

Translated by Joachim Neugroschel.

©1999 Joachim Neugroschel (P)2006 Recorded Books, LLC.

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Spiritual evolution through life's events

Story of self reinvention and spiritual growth through the stages of life. The author looks into the teachings of Buddha through observing the lives of the highly religious, highly worldly, and those living lives in the vast grey areas in between. The struggle of Siddhartha as he struggles with holding his son back by in trapping in his own world and finally setting him free to find his own path in life is an impassioned look at being a parent.

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So amazing!

this is one of the most beautiful descriptions of the Journey of a human being...

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great book I dig it good little life lessons

Good but nothing compares to Christianity. great little life lessons. a quick read. reminds me of the alchemist.

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SO GOOD

I love this book. It’s inspiring and gave me a lot to ponder. Definitely good things to think about as I pursue life on my terms and the good life

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Spiritual Awakening!

This book spoke to my soul in a way that no other non-religious text ever has —prompting within me a desire continually work on discovering and liberating myself to find oneness and peace.

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Amazing!

Loved it! It left me deep in thought! Siddhartha was truly a rare piece of writing.

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Exquisite rendering.

Passionate and dynamic reading of a very poetic rendition of the classic Ramayana. I've read 5 translations and this is GREAT and inspiring.

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Beautiful book, wonderful narration

Where does Siddhartha rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

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What was one of the most memorable moments of Siddhartha?

It's hard to say. His speaking with the old man on the river was incredibly moving to me.

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Loved everything about this performance. His pacing and character work were absolutely perfect.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

You should have listened to the audible version

Any additional comments?

I was surprisingly taken with this book. Very meditative and wonderful to listen to.

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Nirvana Without The Music

First off, I must say that this is one well read story. The narrator has a great voice, manner of reading, and grasp of the subject.

Second, this book really inspired me. I appreciated the search and struggles of Siddhartha. I really feel the character and what he is going through.

Third, do yourself and the world around you a favor and read this book. We all will be better for it.

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A return

The first time I read this book I was about 19 or 20. It was my favorite book then as it is now at 52. I can so relate to it on many different levels,ls . I would suggest that anyone on an inward path read this book. Even to those that are not. The narration is excellent.

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