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July 15,2025
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For me, the book was extraordinary.

Although initially it didn't have a strong narrative, and the fragmented accounts were of a journey towards dawn, but from the middle of the book, when it confronted the facts and was aware of its own confusion, it spoke to the human heart.

For someone who has taken the path of Solouk or wants to go, the words are familiar. Travelers, pioneers, mistakes, regrets...

The last part (the dream island) also, although it was symbolic, made my tears flow.

Where Shahbanu said to H. "I know your healing soul well. I have been above your head on the path of life..."

And where it asks "Tell me, weren't you sweeter than others?" "But did you appreciate your kindness?"

P.S: Soroush Habibi's translation was very beautiful.

P.S.2: The book was published in later editions under the name Solouk towards Dawn.
July 15,2025
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July 15,2025
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Even though I am not related to esotericism and don't have much knowledge about esoteric organizations, in this book, HH has tried to explain this and wanted to reveal it. Unfortunately, I can't say that... Despite its easy readability and containing many profound thought sentences, it is very difficult to truly understand what they want to say, even if it is thought to be understood, and to internalize it... I must have thought that those who want can take it with a spoon, those who want can take it with a fork, and those who can take it can take it with a kazan and its nafakasını...

This book seems to present a complex and perhaps somewhat mysterious subject matter. The author's attempt to convey certain ideas is evident, but the nature of the content makes it a challenge for the reader to fully grasp and internalize. The use of different utensils to describe how people might approach the book implies that everyone may have their own way of trying to understand and make sense of it. Overall, it leaves the reader with a sense of curiosity and a desire to further explore the ideas presented within its pages.

However, without a deeper understanding of esotericism and the specific context in which these ideas are being presented, it can be difficult to fully appreciate the significance and implications of what is being said. It may require further research and study to truly unlock the full potential of this book and its message.

July 15,2025
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I have not been able to direct myself towards the subject.

It is not a matter of literary ability.

I think I have this, and I do not aspire to it fundamentally.

But because the reality that I lived once

with my friends, no longer exists.

And although their memories are more sinful and cruel than mine,

they seem very far away.

And they are composed of a different kind of threads

to the extent that they seem to be rooted in other stars

a thousand years from now

or that they were illusions.

Our journey to the East and our connection

was the most important thing.

It was the only important thing in my life.

And compared to it, my life seems completely insignificant.

And now, as I try to hold on to this important thing,

everything becomes just a mass of scattered partial images

that are reflected in something, and this something is myself.

And everything I have traced in this mirror appears to be nothing

just an outer surface of a glass ball.

"Wandering in the festivals of the infinite consciousness,

then making a mistake and losing its connection with the higher worlds,

and returning to its mind and its self-perception.

Its spiritual journey scatters and its magic fades away little by little.

Falling out of the current of life into the robot-like rationality."

The novel between philosophy and the puzzle

Needs a translation and a more profound formulation in our minds.
July 15,2025
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That's an extraordinary book,

disconcerting even. It is truly charging with spirituality at the frontiers of reality.

One can sense the profoundness and the unique essence it holds.

However, unfortunately, it is also a somewhat ancient text.

The use of the simple past gives it a pompous and outdated look.

It may seem a bit old-fashioned and out of step with the modern times.

But despite that, it was not a blow to the heart far from there.

I was still able to appreciate the poetry that lies within this work.

The words, the descriptions, and the overall atmosphere create a certain charm that is hard to ignore.

It may not be a book that everyone will immediately fall in love with, but for those who are willing to look beyond its exterior, there is a world of beauty and depth to discover.
July 15,2025
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I have a strong feeling of excitement when I read.

And this opinion is formed when the publications "shine".

The journey was similar at the beginning, but then this feeling also changes.

Reading is like a wonderful adventure that takes us to different worlds and allows us to experience various emotions.

When we open a book, we enter a realm of imagination and knowledge.

The words on the page come alive and create vivid images in our minds.

Sometimes, we may feel a rush of excitement as the story unfolds and we become fully engaged.

Other times, we may experience a sense of calm and reflection as we absorb the wisdom and insights shared by the author.

Overall, the act of reading is a powerful and enriching experience that enriches our lives and broadens our perspectives.
July 15,2025
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A very difficult story despite its extreme brevity.

I lost the boundaries of time and place in it.

"Journey to the East" is my second book by Hermann Hesse, and to my surprise, during reading, the journey took me to the author's own "Siddhartha".

I find them similar and I don't know how.

Is the search for enlightenment also the essence of this book?

Is it a journey of man?

His connection in society and often it is a religious society with goals different from his individual goals.

Many real and fictional names that the author met or read about.

And it's as if you are in a dream from which you wake up eager to remember the details of the events that you have forgotten.

That is the story of "Journey to the East".

I'm not really sure what I've precisely extracted from the story as it has deep philosophical horizons, but I'm very sure that Hesse played a powerful game with me as a reader and won.

I hope to return to read it again if God wills.

July 15,2025
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**The Narrative of Herman's Herman**

Herman Hesse, my favorite author, has left a profound mark with his work "Steppenwolf." It delves into the essence of living without truly understanding what exactly has happened in life that leads to a certain state of being.


The narrator embarks on a circular and meaningful journey through time and space, between reality and imagination. This life journey, for reasons known and unknown to the narrator, often leads to failure. Such failure subsequently and inevitably results in an existential crisis for the narrator.


Although I understand Herman Hesse's restlessness and sorrow in writing this work, and I can relate to the certainty of experiencing such a fate in middle age and old age, I didn't establish a good connection with the details and characters of the story. Perhaps I'm still not mature enough to understand it deeply. Maybe one day I'll read it again.

July 15,2025
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There is a lot to say, and it is very difficult... This is from the books, that there is so much to say, but instead of that, it is more interesting for you to experience the space... The difficult, empty and rich space!

Space is a vast and mysterious realm that has always fascinated humans. It holds countless secrets and wonders waiting to be discovered. We can imagine traveling through the stars, exploring distant galaxies, and encountering strange and wonderful life forms.

Although the idea of exploring space may seem daunting, it is also an exciting and thrilling adventure. With the development of technology, we are getting closer and closer to realizing our dreams of space exploration.

Whether it is through manned spaceflight or unmanned probes, we are constantly learning more about the universe and our place in it. So, let's embrace the challenge and continue to explore the vast and wonderful space!
July 15,2025
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Surprisingly, what is even more surprising after having already read several of his books is that each one seems to offer a new and unique perspective. It's as if he has an endless well of creativity and inspiration. The stories he weaves are not only engaging but also thought-provoking, making the reader question their own beliefs and values. His writing style is so captivating that it draws you in from the very first page and keeps you hooked until the very end. It's no wonder that he has become such a popular and respected author.


Each book seems to build upon the previous ones, creating a rich and complex universe that the reader can get lost in. The characters he creates are vivid and real, and you can't help but become invested in their lives and struggles. Whether it's a mystery, a romance, or a work of science fiction, his books always manage to deliver something special. It's truly a joy to read his work and see where his imagination will take him next.

July 15,2025
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Georgia is not just one country, and thus, geographical knowledge was not the only thing. Instead, it was love and the soul of the homeland. It was everywhere and nowhere, the unity of all times and eras.


Hesse best describes that the writing process is not only the creation of a written text that should give pleasure to the reader, but also a journey and therapy in one's own soul. Hesse's entire work is therapy for the reader (with a corresponding movement, for whom the step in the country of Georgia is overcome and whose air is inhaled) and self-therapy for the author himself. Even re-reading is the greatest therapy. Hesse's novel refers here that we are still directed towards the inside and this inside is primarily within us and only after that is it outside. Therefore, the country of Georgia has two natures and we also have two natures, often forgetting this self-differentiation and self-separation and not knowing ourselves.


The first time I read it, I didn't have time and I said that I would return to this text. Well, at the appropriate time, "I returned".

July 15,2025
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I’m truly and genuinely baffled, yet in the absolute best way possible.

Here is a story that delves deep into the realms of faith, despair, weakness, strength, and morality. As I read it, I found myself reflecting on my own life, seeing so many aspects of myself within the character of H.H. This remarkable book has a way of calling out numerous things in my life that I may have overlooked or ignored.

The quote “Next to hunger to experience a thing, men have perhaps no stronger hunger than to forget” really struck a chord with me. It makes me think about how often we try to forget the difficult or painful experiences in our lives, rather than facing them and learning from them. This book has opened my eyes to many such profound truths, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have read it.

It has made me question my own beliefs and values, and has challenged me to become a better person. I can’t wait to see where this newfound self-awareness takes me.
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