Narcissus and Goldmund - Softcover

Here for your delectation is the SPECTACULAR AND RARE--------------NARCISSUS AND GOLDMUND by Hermann Hesse, Translated by Ursule Molinaro..................Narcissus and Goldmund tells the story of two medieval men whose characters are diametrically opposite: Narcissus, an ascetic monk firm in his religious commitment, and Goldmund, a romantic youth hungry for knowledge and worldly experience. First published in 1930, the novel remains a moving and pointed exploration of the conflict between the life of the spirit and the life of the flesh. It is a theme that transcends all time............... This is the OVERSIZED softcover stated NOONDAY EDITION FROM 1969. Other than a name on the inside cover, the book (no dj) is in excellent reading condition. There are no rips, tears, markings, etc.---and the pages and binding are tight (see photo). **Note: All books listed as FIRST EDITIONS are stated by the publisher in words or number lines--or--only stated editions that include only the publisher and publication date. Check my feedback to see that I sell exactly as I describe. So bid now for this magnificent, impossible-to-find LITERARY COLLECTIBLE.