• Demian, Story of Emil Sinclair's Youth

  • Written by: Herman Hesse
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Demian, Story of Emil Sinclair's Youth

Written by: Herman Hesse
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  • Somewhat autobiographical, this "coming of age" novel unfolds an introspective boy's formative years in pre-World War 1 Germany, from grade school through college. Hesse likens this confusing process to a giant bird struggling to break out of its egg (the protective shell of home, family, social norms), to be reborn as an individuated adult with his own goals, ideas and ideals. Much importance is given to dreams and their interpretation, Fate vs individual choice, Gnosticism (particularly the god Abraxas), opening up to one's unconsciousness, all showing the influence of Carl Jung's psychology. One of the book's major themes is the existence of opposing forces (good vs evil, society vs individualism, God vs Devil, etc.) and the idea that both are natural and necessary parts of the Whole. Adjacent themes are about puberty, sexuality, bullying, loneliness, mentorship, the divine feminine, psychic connections, questioning religious dogma, and the herd mentality. It is also a story of one soldier’s experience on the battlefield of WWI, feeling part of and being willing to die for a cause outside ones own control. Due to its controversial themes, Demian was first published under the pseudonym "Emil Sinclair" (the narrator of the story) but Hesse was later revealed to be the author.View our full collection of podcasts at our website: https://www.solgoodmedia.com or YouTube channel: https://www.solgood.org/subscribe Check out our ad free subscription: http://www.adfreesounds.com for our Premium, 10 Hour SoundsThe best audiobooks - Our collection includes memoirs, fiction, non fiction, and more!www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/audiobooksFairy Tales, Short Stories and More! Listen to a bedtime story tonight!www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/childrens-storiesWanna Listen to Something Funny? Check out our Collection of Best Comedy Podcasts!www: https://www.solgood.org/subscribeolgoodmedia.com/categories/comedyThe best daily podcasts for your morning, afternoon or evening routine!www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/daily-podcastsExplore our Audio Drama Podcasts. You'll love our collection of immersive rich stories.www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/dramaThe top educational podcasts. Our collection includes Economics, History, Science, Religion and More!http://www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/educationalThe Best Fantasy Podcasts that'll take you on an adventure during your next commutehttp://www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/fantasyFrom Thrillers to Science Fiction, Here are some of the best Fiction Podcasts to Bingehttp://www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/fictionTop Health & Fitness Podcasts to increase your Vitality, Wellness, and Longevityhttp://www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/fictionThe Best History Podcasts That Will Help You Remember What You Forgot In Schoolhttp://www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/historyThese Horror Podcasts Will Chill You to the Bone!http://www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/horrorListen to the world's greatest minds on topics such as spirituality, history, science, and more!http://www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/lecturesThe Best Mystery Podcasts to bend your mind and ask "Who did it?!?"http://www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/mystery-and-suspenseShows that broaden your knowledge, our collection includes topics such as history, business, science, and more!http://www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/non-fictionShows that broaden your knowledge, our collection includes topics such as history, business, science, and more!http://www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/philosophy-and-religionTop Philosophy and Religion Podcasts, Our Favorites to have a Deeper Understanding of our Worldhttp://www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/playsExperience Live Theatre From the Comfort of your Home! - Top Plays & Dramatic Reading Podcastshttp://www.solgoodmedia.com/categories/romanceTop Romance Podcasts for Snuggling...
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  • Episode 14 - Demian, The Story of Emil Sincalirs Youth

    Episode 14 - Demian, The Story of Emil Sincalirs Youth
    Nov 7 2022
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    20 mins
  • Episode 13 - Demian, The Story of Emil Sincalirs Youth

    Episode 13 - Demian, The Story of Emil Sincalirs Youth
    Nov 7 2022
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    25 mins
  • Episode 12 - Demian, The Story of Emil Sincalirs Youth

    Episode 12 - Demian, The Story of Emil Sincalirs Youth
    Nov 7 2022
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    29 mins
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