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Hesse, Hermann
1877
1962
Lauscher, Hermann
Sinclair, Emil
Demian: Die Geschichte von Emil Sinclairs Jugend
Produced by Jens Sadowski
"Demian: Die Geschichte von Emil Sinclairs Jugend" by Hermann Hesse is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the tumultuous journey of its protagonist, Emil Sinclair, as he navigates the complexities of adolescence, facing the duality of human existence and the transition from innocence to self-awareness. The narrative promises an introspective dive into themes of identity, morality, and the struggle between societal expectations and personal desires. At the start of the story, Sinclair reflects on his childhood experiences, indicating a deep inner conflict between the perceived 'light' of his family life and the 'dark' and chaotic world surrounding him. He vividly describes the contrasting environments of his home—structured, moral, and safe—and the outside world, filled with temptations and moral ambiguity. As he recounts a particularly formative encounter with a neighborhood bully named Franz Kromer, Sinclair's fear and desire to belong compel him to fabricate stories, ultimately leading him into a spiral of guilt and anxiety. This opening portion sets the tone for Sinclair's internal battles and the existential themes that Hesse will explore throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Bildungsromans
Young men -- Germany -- Fiction
Germany -- Social conditions -- 1918-1933 -- Fiction
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