Demian
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Demian
Hermann Hesse
7 people recommended it in 7 threads, 2011–2024.
What people on Hacker News said
Demian and The Stranger may be fiction, but let's just say their purpose is to get across a philosophical point.
Beneath the Wheel is probably my favorite novel of his, although Steppenwolf & Demian are also fantastic.
Where it comes up
- Ask HN: What's the "best" book you've ever read? 2024 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: What are the best books you've ever read? 2024 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: Great fiction books that have had a positive impact on your life? 2020 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: Books you plan to read in 2020? 2019 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: Books you wish you had read earlier? 2017 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: What is the most mind blowing book you've ever read? 2015 · 1 recommendation
- What is the book that has completely changed your way of thinking? 2011 · 1 recommendation