Demian the Story of Emil Sinclairs Youth Author:Hermann Hesse A brilliant psychological portrait of a troubled young man’s quest for self-awareness, this coming-of-age novel achieved instant critical and popular acclaim upon its 1919 publication. A landmark in the history of 20th-century literature, it reflects the author’s preoccupation with the duality of human nature and the pursuit of spiri... more »tual fullfillment. Excellent new English translation. Introduction.« less