Siddhartha

read with one breath

(5 stars)

ardasha

This book is perfect for those who like to contemplate about purpose of life & tend to be more conscious... I think most people can either recognize themselves in the main hero or listen to the vital topics touched upon in this book. Didn‘t know Hermann Hesse is such a great writer... Hope to hear more of his books! And mb even be able to understand his books in german (haven‘t tried yet:))

The go-to-book for spirituality in the REAL world

(5 stars)

Pibee

The only way to do justice to this book is to read and hear it many times over. So many thoughts and just as many doubts cross the mind with each line. Adrian Praetzellis loans a magical voice to this already wonderful book. Meditation, if only briefly could be had, would be by listening to this book.

Great story, great reader but...

(4 stars)

Chirag Ninave

Amazingly narrated by Herman Hesse and great reading by Adrian. His words and flow while reading had all those feelings of the people who felt what was written in the story. The sentences, the pauses, everything was perfect, except one thing - the pronounciation of various names throughout the story. The non-indian readers should definitely need to learn how to pronounce the names of Indian literature, especially the names which come in the book they're reading. For example, Adrian kept saying 'Go-taa-maa' instead of 'Gautam'; 'Vasu-diva' instead of 'Vasu-dev' and I don't know the exact name but think 'Ka-maala' must be 'Kamla'. The 'D' in your language has two different pronunciations in Sanskrit (or Hindi). Please learn that first. If you do, it doesn't make it awkward or uncomfortable to listen to your awesome readings.

A book that preaches oneness.

(5 stars)

Shruti Sharma

As a student of law i have learnt a lot from this book. Siddhartha realizes that a man is a product of nature, and as nature is known to embody myraid forms and shapes, fire and water, breeze and storm, men too embody good and bad, calm and delirious passion, withing the same skin. In the end, joy is found in oneness and not in acwuiting distinguished education, jobs amd cars. The teachings are especially relevant in the backdrop of rampant suicides by overburdened students in India striving relentlessly to distinguish themselves from the heard. an endeavour which is bound to be unsuccessful and Siddhartha's proves how. Thank you Mr. Adrian for supplying your deep voice to enhancing and serving the depth of this book on a platter to a curious reader.

Simply enjoyable and effective

(4 stars)

A LibriVox Listener

If you're looking for a novel to present ideas in a simplistic and effective form, I think this novel is for you. I can only imagine that the alchemist took some of its style from this book. Either way it carries frank discussions of spirituality and the oneness of the world that might not be for everyone but will strike home for some.

Beautiful...Reflective

(5 stars)

Dean

Adrian reads it masterfully. The story itself is a reflective one. I found myself thinking on my life (not a terribly long one, which makes this fact truly remarkable) and of the perceived great and little things that have influenced my actions and inactions. I have reflected on my thoughts and many other aspects of existence. I enjoyed listening to it.

Wonderfully read

(5 stars)

A LibriVox Listener

I have a fever last night and stayed in my bed for hours. I listened to this and it helped me focus on the story and gave way to a relaxed state that made me sleepy. I finished the novel and appreciate how beautiful the story is.

(4 stars)

Aubrey Frear

As a Western Christian, I'm uncomfortable commenting too much on the narrative structure and philosophy of this book. I've gleaned from other reviewers, however, that Hesse's narrative is a major departure from the original legend. I'd like to do additional research, particularly from Buddhist scholars and reviewers, before evaluating the themes and messages of Hesse's version. Why Siddhartha remains the seminal book on spirituality in the 20th century Western canon is still beyond me. Perhaps I'll understand after additional reading (and perhaps a reread or two). Otherwise, the lack of plot didn't necessarily bother me. I read it via audiobook, and it was nice to simply follow along with Siddhartha's journey. I've only read one other book by Hesse, Demian; it remains my favorite of the two. Overall decent book; 4.00-4.25 ⭐