“Things are going downhill with you!' he said to himself, and laughed about it, and as he was saying it, he happened to glance at the river, and he also saw the river going downhill, always moving on downhill, and singing and being happy through it all.”
Quote by Hermann Hesse
Work
Siddhartha (World Classics, Unabridged)
Hermann Hesse's classic work delves into the quest for enlightenment and self-discovery through the eyes of its protagonist, Siddhartha. The narrative follows his transformation from a Brahmin student to a wandering ascetic, and ultimately to a successful businessman before finding his true path. 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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