“You treat world history as a mathematician does mathematics, in which nothing but laws and formulas exist, no reality, no good and evil, no time, no yesterday, no tomorrow, nothing but an eternal, shallow, mathematical present.”
Quote by Hermann Hesse
Work
The Glass Bead Game: (Magister Ludi) A Novel
Herbert Simon, a renowned philosopher and Nobel laureate, presents a thought-provoking narrative that intertwines the life of a solitary professor with the intricate and timeless game of the Glass Bead Game. This novel delves into themes of culture, knowledge, and the pursuit of intellectual excellence, offering a unique perspective on 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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