Knulp

Summary

«Knulp» is one of Hermann Hesse's early works, first published in 1915. This book consists of three interconnected stories centered around the enigmatic and free-spirited wanderer Knulp, who lives on the boundary between two worlds—the world of nature and the world of human civilization. Knulp appears to the reader as a philosopher, dreamer, and poet who, despite his illness, views life with ease and unyielding optimism. The main character upholds the values of spiritual quest, personal freedom, and simplicity of existence, gliding through life effortlessly, as if demonstrating alternative ways of living that differ from the conventional. Through the image of Knulp, the author poses questions about the meaning of life, the connection between humans and nature, and timeless values that remain relevant.