“To such men the desperate and horrible thought has come that perhaps the whole of human life is but a bad joke, a violent and ill-fated abortion of the primal mother, a savage and dismal catastophe of nature.”
Book:Steppenwolf: A Novel
Quote by Hermann Hesse
Work
Steppenwolf: A Novel
Steppenwolf: A Novel is a work of psychological and philosophical fiction that delves into the mind of its protagonist, a man who grapples with existential questions and the nature of human experience. The story is set in the early 20th century and offers a rich tapestry of introspection and exploration of the human condition. more
Author
Hermann Hesse
Hermann Hesse was a German poet and novelist, born on July 2, 1877, and died on August 9, 1962. Known for his profound psychological descriptions and exploration of human nature, his works include classics such as 'Steppenwolf' and 'The Glass Bead Game'. more
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