Pictor's Metamorphoses: and Other Fantasies
Jan 2013 · Farrar, Straus and Giroux
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A Luminous Collection of Short Fiction from the Renowned Author of Siddhartha
In the spring of 1922, several months after completing Siddhartha, Hermann Hesse crafted a captivating fairy tale and love story, Pictor's Metamorphoses, inspired by the woman who would become his second wife. This enchanting novella forms the centerpiece of this anthology, showcasing Hesse's mastery of short fiction. Drawing inspiration from The Arabian Nights and the Brothers Grimm, the nineteen stories gathered here span half a century of Hesse's writings. They exemplify the Nobel laureate's lifelong fascination with fantasy in its myriad forms—as dreams, fairy tales, satire, and allegory. This luminous collection offers a testament to Hesse's extraordinary storytelling prowess and his enduring legacy as a pioneer of visionary literature. Immerse yourself in the realms of imagination conjured by one of the 20th century's most revered authors.
In the spring of 1922, several months after completing Siddhartha, Hermann Hesse crafted a captivating fairy tale and love story, Pictor's Metamorphoses, inspired by the woman who would become his second wife. This enchanting novella forms the centerpiece of this anthology, showcasing Hesse's mastery of short fiction. Drawing inspiration from The Arabian Nights and the Brothers Grimm, the nineteen stories gathered here span half a century of Hesse's writings. They exemplify the Nobel laureate's lifelong fascination with fantasy in its myriad forms—as dreams, fairy tales, satire, and allegory. This luminous collection offers a testament to Hesse's extraordinary storytelling prowess and his enduring legacy as a pioneer of visionary literature. Immerse yourself in the realms of imagination conjured by one of the 20th century's most revered authors.
About the author
Hermann Hesse was born in Germany in 1877 and later became a citizen of Switzerland. As a Western man profoundly affected by the mysticism of Eastern thought, he wrote many novels, stories, and essays that bear a vital spiritual force that has captured the imagination and loyalty of many generations of readers. His works include Beneath the Wheel, Narcissus and Goldmund, and The Glass Bead Game. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1946. Hermann Hesse died in 1962.
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