Publisher | Harvard University Press |
ISBN 13 | 9780674737884 |
ISBN 10 | 0674737881 |
Book Subtitle | The Wanderer And His Shadow |
Book Description | A deftly crafted biography of the author of Siddhartha, whose critique of consumer culture continues to inspire millions of readers. Against the horrors of Nazi dictatorship and widespread disillusionment with the forces of mass culture and consumerism, Hermann Hesse's stories inspired nonconformity and a yearning for universal values. Few today would doubt Hesse's artistry or his importance to millions of devoted readers. But just who was the author of Siddhartha, Steppenwolf, and Demian? Gunnar Decker weaves together previously unavailab... |
About the Author | Gunnar Decker is the author of numerous biographies, including works on Francis of Assisi, Vincent van Gogh, Rainer Maria Rilke, Ernst Junger, and Georg Trakl. He is also a film and theater critic, and the editor of the journal Theater der Zeit. |
Language | English |
Author | Gunnar Decker, Peter Lewis |
Publication Date | 30-Nov-18 |
Number of Pages | 800 |
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