Knulp by Hermann Hesse
Three Tales from the Life of Knulp
Set in the picturesque landscapes of early 20th-century Germany, the story follows the life of a charming and carefree wanderer who drifts from town to town, living a life unburdened by societal expectations. Through a series of encounters with old friends and strangers, the protagonist reflects on themes of freedom, belonging, and the passage of time. As he navigates the delicate balance between solitude and companionship, his introspective journey reveals the poignant beauty and inevitable melancholy of a life lived on the fringes of conventional society.
The 16580th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1915
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 100-150
- Original Language
- German
- Avg User Rating
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(3.5)
- Alternate Titles
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- Knulp
- Knulp: Drei Geschichten aus dem Leben Knulps
- Knulp: Three Tales from the Life of Knulp
- Κνουλπ
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