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Literary Fiction· Germany

Demian

by Hermann Hesse
Aggregate Editorial Score40/100
ALA Notable Books
Published 1919184 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Demian by Hermann Hesse is a landmark work of literary fiction, first published in 1919. Emil Sinclair, a boy from a comfortable bourgeois family, is saved from bullying by the mysterious, self-possessed Demian, who introduces him to a new understanding of good and evil. Hesse's post-World War I novel of spiritual awakening was a generational sensation. Themes of duality, self-discovery, spirituality run through the work. The book has received recognition from ALA Notable Books 1919.

Book Details

AuthorHermann Hesse
Published1919
Country of Origin🇩🇪 Germany
LanguageEnglish
Pages184
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780062132697
Editorial Score40/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇩🇪 Germany

This book is part of Germany's rich literary tradition.

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Awards & Recognition

ALA Notable Books
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191910
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Hermann Hesse
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Demian about?

Emil Sinclair, a boy from a comfortable bourgeois family, is saved from bullying by the mysterious, self-possessed Demian, who introduces him to a new understanding of good and evil. Hesse's post-World War I novel of spiritual awakening was a generational sensation.

Who wrote Demian?

Demian was written by Hermann Hesse, from Germany. First published in 1919.

What awards has Demian won?

Demian has received the following awards and honours: ALA Notable Books 1919.

Is Demian worth reading?

Demian is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 10/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in duality, self-discovery, spirituality.

Where can I buy Demian?

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What category is Demian?

Demian is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Demian from?

Demian originates from Germany's literary tradition. Explore more books from Germany on our country page.

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