Book Club - "Narcissus and Goldmund" by Hermann Hesse

"All being, it seemed, was built on opposites, on division ... Lover or thinker - no breath could both be in and out. Always the one paid for the other, though each was equally precious and essential."

Join us for an engaging discussion of Hermann Hesse’s profound exploration of the human soul through the story of two contrasting young men. One embodies discipline, intellect, and spiritual certainty, while the other revels in beauty, love, and the richness of life's fleeting moments.

This thought-provoking narrative raises a timeless question: Must we choose between understanding life and truly living it? As their lives diverge, we'll delve into themes of longing, identity, love, and mortality.

Is meaning found through reason or experience, devotion or freedom? Let's uncover how the beauty of life often resides in the very things we cannot hold onto.

Genres: Literary Fiction, Philosophical Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Classic Literature
Pages: ~320, paperback

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Contribution: A €5 fee is kindly requested to cover organizational costs (PayPal or cash) 2 weeks before the book club. Learn more about our group and supporting us in our description. 🤍

🌿 Community Guidelines

• Only attend if you’re on the attendee list.
• Listen actively and with curiosity, without interrupting.
• Engage with ideas, not individuals. We’re here to explore, learn, and share, not to argue.
• Stay present - phones away, attention focused on the discussion.
• Photos will be taken during the event for community highlights. Please inform us if you wish to opt out of photography.

📍 Location: Tumblingerstrasse 50, meetup3, München
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