Klingsor’s Last Summer
Klingsor’s Last Summer by Hermann Hesse, published by Triad Paladin/Grafton Books in 1988, is a literary work that explores the complexities of life in the aftermath of World War I. This edition, comprising 156 pages, presents a narrative that reflects on themes of freedom, identity, and the shifting realities faced by individuals returning to a world transformed by conflict. The story follows the artist Klingsor as he navigates a summer filled with vibrant experiences, engaging with friends and contemplating his existence through the lens of art and philosophy.
Readers will find that the book is divided into two parts, with the first section focusing on Klingsor’s journey and the second offering a collection of Hesse’s essays and poetry. The text delves into motifs of summer, color, dreams, and the interplay of wine, poetry, and art, showcasing Hesse’s imaginative prowess. This edition serves as a unique opportunity to encounter not only Hesse’s reflections but also the voices of historical figures like Li Bai and Du Fu, inviting readers of all ages to discover their own self-portraits within its pages.
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全书包含两个部分。《克林索尔的最后夏天》是黑塞创作于1919年的中篇小说。彼时一战刚刚结束，世界尚未从混乱中恢复，千万士兵、战俘和民众，从多年僵化统一的顺服中，回归既向往又恐惧的自由。有些年轻人在童年时被战争拖走，现在“回归”了，却必须面对一个完全陌生的现实世界。而对于 黑塞这样的“老人”，那些曾被高度认同的世界观已成了可笑荒唐的明日黄花。一切都变得可疑，令人不安惶恐。在这样一个夏天，一个告别的夏天，充满力量与光芒、诱惑与魅力，弥漫南方阳光与葡萄酒香气的日子，画家克林索尔化身李太白，与他的好友杜甫、路易、亚美尼亚占星师，一同漫游，饮酒，辩论。最终在夏末，用尽生命所有的燃料，完成了最终的画作。第二部分《漫游》是黑塞创作的散文和诗歌集。诺贝尔文学奖得主黑塞自传式作品，国内首度翻译集结”，继《悉达多》《园圃之乐》后，你不可错过的大师之作。本书内容关于夏日、颜色、梦境，以及葡萄酒、诗歌和艺术；或许是黑塞最具想象力的作品，文字如调色盘般交织迷离。在本书中，你不仅能见到黑塞本人，还有李太白、杜甫、亚美尼亚占星师。但无论你是懵懂少年，还是沉静老者，都能在本书中找到属于你的自画像。
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