For me it was an astounishing book. The reader follows Siddharta through the different stages of his life. The recurring theme is the importance of making your own experiences and mistakes in life because only then you are able to grow. For me the book is like an indian fairytail about Buddhas life. Hesses style is really unique and without knowing it, I never had guessed that it is from an european author. In a way this book teaches a lesson in life. The necessity to leave your comfort-zone as a young person and let go your ancestors when you're an old one. A book that I will keep in my heart.