Reading maketh a full man.............Francis Bacon
In my message I had made it quite clear how reading can transform one's thoughts and reform man kind as a whole.
SIDDHARTHA : HERMAN HESSE
The book I read once more these days was, "SIDDHARTHA' by Herman Hesse, the great German writer.
Ever since the book came to my hands nearly quarter a century ago I might have gone through this book quite a number of times - reading it in full and in parts! Every reading of it has been totally a different experience - a unique one at that.
The novel reflects Hesse's profound regard for Indian philosophy. The novel talks about the journey of Siddhartha, the Hero, and his deep desire to conquer ''suffering and fear'. The road ahead was never easy and comfortable for him as he had taken the "The Road Not Taken" by many. There were temptations around that could easily trap a man ordinary. But then, Siddhartha was sure of his destination and was determined to reach there.
The book has been published by PICADOR and makes for an astounding reading for anyone who has a taste for READINNG.
Rajendran K
Principal
Thank you sir for introducing an inspiring classic novel
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