The Journey to the East by Hermann Hesse

The Journey to the East

Hermann Hesse with Hilda Rosner

128 pages first pub 1932 (editions)

fiction classics philosophy challenging reflective slow-paced
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In simple, mesmerizing prose, Hermann Hesse's Journey to the East tells of a journey both geographic and spiritual. H.H., a German choirmaster, is invited on an expedition with the League, a secret society whose members include Paul Klee, Mozart, ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 678 reviews

Moods

reflective 77%
mysterious 43%
challenging 38%
inspiring 29%
adventurous 27%
emotional 13%
dark 6%
informative 6%
relaxing 6%
hopeful 4%
tense 4%
lighthearted 2%
sad 2%

Pace

medium 48%
slow 26%
fast 24%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 63% | Plot: 18% | A mix: 15% | N/A: 3%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 37% | Yes: 37% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 38% | It's complicated: 29% | N/A: 16% | Yes: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 73% | N/A: 10% | Yes: 10% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 6%

Average rating

3.53

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