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LoC No.: 13015335
Title: Aus Indien
Credits: Jens Sadowski. This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.
Summary: "Aus Indien" by Hermann Hesse is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This work captures Hesse's reflections and observations during his journey through India and Southeast Asia, exploring themes of culture, landscape, and personal introspection. The narrative invites readers to experience the sights, sounds, and sensations that the author encounters, providing insights into both the external world and the inner self of the traveler. The opening of the book introduces Hesse aboard a ship navigating the Suez Canal, where he reflects on the discomfort of the heat and the atmosphere of approaching the East. He paints a vivid picture of the diverse passengers on board, their various attitudes towards travel, and their interactions. Particularly striking is his encounter with a small, elegant Chinese man who engages in conversation with Hesse, offering a perspective on the cultural tensions of the time. Throughout this section, Hesse's descriptive prose evokes the sensory experiences of travel, setting the stage for his deeper explorations into the rich tapestry of Asian life and his own quest for understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Hesse, Hermann, 1877-1962
EBook No.: 64513
Published: Feb 9, 2021
Downloads: 223
Language: German
Subject: Indochina -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 13015335
Title: Aus Indien
Credits: Jens Sadowski. This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.
Summary: "Aus Indien" by Hermann Hesse is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This work captures Hesse's reflections and observations during his journey through India and Southeast Asia, exploring themes of culture, landscape, and personal introspection. The narrative invites readers to experience the sights, sounds, and sensations that the author encounters, providing insights into both the external world and the inner self of the traveler. The opening of the book introduces Hesse aboard a ship navigating the Suez Canal, where he reflects on the discomfort of the heat and the atmosphere of approaching the East. He paints a vivid picture of the diverse passengers on board, their various attitudes towards travel, and their interactions. Particularly striking is his encounter with a small, elegant Chinese man who engages in conversation with Hesse, offering a perspective on the cultural tensions of the time. Throughout this section, Hesse's descriptive prose evokes the sensory experiences of travel, setting the stage for his deeper explorations into the rich tapestry of Asian life and his own quest for understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Hesse, Hermann, 1877-1962
EBook No.: 64513
Published: Feb 9, 2021
Downloads: 223
Language: German
Subject: Indochina -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.