hesse
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Definition
Proper noun: - Hermann Hesse: A Swiss author of German origin. His literary works, which include novels and poetry, are noted for exploring themes of spirituality, self-discovery, and Eastern philosophy.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- The novels of Hesse often delve into the protagonist's inner journey.
- Students of literature frequently study Hesse for his unique blend of Western and Eastern thought.
Advanced Usage
- "Hessean" (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of Hermann Hesse or his works.
- The film had a distinctly Hessean theme of spiritual alienation.
Variants and Related Words
- Hermann Hesse: The full name of the author.
- Hessean (adj): Of or relating to Hesse's style or themes.
Synonyms
- Author: A writer of a book, article, or report.
- Novelist: A writer of novels.
Notes
- The word 'Hesse' primarily refers to the person, Hermann Hesse. It is not commonly used in idioms or phrasal verbs. In geographical contexts, 'Hesse' (German: ) is a state in Germany, but this is a separate, homographic proper noun.
Noun
- Swiss writer (born in Germany) whose novels and poems express his interests in eastern spiritual values (1877-1962)