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Steppenwolf, published in 1927 by German-Swiss author Hermann Hesse, is a novel that explores the dual nature of humanity through the story of its protagonist, Harry Haller
. Haller, a middle-aged intellectual, struggles with his own self-destructive tendencies and feelings of alienation from society. The novel unfolds as Haller encounters Hermine, who introduces him to a hedonistic counterculture. Through a surreal journey, Steppenwolf explores themes of identity, spirituality, and the search for meaning in a world marked by societal disillusionment and individual isolation.Explore a plot summary, important quotes, and an in-depth analysis of Harry Haller.
