Steppenwolf
by Hermann Hesse, Basil Creighton
Steppenwolf by Hermann Hesse, Basil Creighton holds a highly rated rating of 4.11 out of 5, based on 80.8K reader ratings. First published in 1927. The book spans 256 pages.
About Steppenwolf
Steppenwolf is a poetical self-portrait of a man who felt himself to be half-human and half-wolf. This Faust-like and magical story is evidence of Hesse's searching philosophy and extraordinary sense of humanity as he tells of the humanization of a middle-aged misanthrope. Yet his novel can also be seen as a plea for rigorous self-examination and an indictment of the intellectual hypocrisy of the period. As Hesse himself remarked, "Of all my books Steppenwolf is the one that was more often and more violently misunderstood than any of the others".
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Hermann Hesse, Basil Creighton |
| Published | 1927 |
| Pages | 256 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Philosophy, Psychology |
| Average Rating | 4.11 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 80,769 |
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What genre is Steppenwolf?
Steppenwolf is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Philosophy, Psychology. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is Steppenwolf worth reading?
Based on 80.8K reader ratings, Steppenwolf has an average score of 4.11 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Steppenwolf?
Steppenwolf has 256 pages.
Who wrote Steppenwolf?
Steppenwolf was written by Hermann Hesse, Basil Creighton. It was first published in 1927.
What is the ISBN for Steppenwolf?
The ISBN-13 for Steppenwolf is 9780140282580.0.
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