In Demian, a novel by Hermann Hesse, the protagonist, Emil Sinclair, has a mystical experience of subconscious duality. Demian is his friend and Demian turns into an important symbol throughout the course of the book. He learns about Demian from a small note that Demian leaves him at his door. They then meet again after … Read more
Hermann Hesse (2 July 1877 – 9 August 1962) was a German-Swiss poet, novelist, and painter. His best-known works include Steppenwolf, Siddhartha, and The Glass Bead Game, each of which explores an individual’s search for authenticity, self-knowledge, and spirituality. In 1946, he received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Hermann Hesse is also known for his … Read more