Hermann Hesse

<p>Hermann Hesse (1877–1962) was a German–Swiss poet, novelist and painter known for his introspective books including <em>Steppenwolf, Siddhartha, Narcissus and Goldmund, Demian</em> and <em>The Glass Bead Game (Magister Ludi)</em> among others. Briefly studying at a seminary, theological themes are often woven into his writing. Profoundly affected by the mysticism of Eastern thought including Buddhism and Hinduism, Hesse's books and essays reveal a deep spiritual influence that has captured the imagination of generations of readers. In 1946, Hesse received the Nobel Prize in Literature celebrating his entire body of work which offered readers a profound exploration of the human psyche.</p>