This book chronicles the spiritual evolution of a man living in India at the time of the Buddha\u2014a tale that has inspired generations of readers. We are invited along Siddhartha\u00b4s journey experiencing his highs, lows, loves, and disappointments along the way. Hesse begins by showing us the life of a privileged brahmin\u00b4s son. Handsome, well-loved, and growing increasingly dissatisfied with the life expected of him, Siddhartha sets out on his journey, not realizing that he is fulfilling the prophesies proclaimed at his birth. Siddhartha blends in with the world, showing the reader the beauty and intricacies of the mind, nature, and his experiences on the path to enlightenment.  Sherab Ch\u00f6dzin Kohn\u00b4s flowing, poetic translation conveys the philosophical and spiritual nuances of Hesse\u00b4s text, paying special attention to the qualities of meditative experience. Also included is an extensive introduction by Paul W.