The Limited Editions Club, 1977. Limited edition, number 1427 of 1600 copies signed by the illustrator . A seminal novel exploring existential themes like identity, inner conflict, and alienation, enriched by Helmut Ackermann’s intricate woodcuts that deepen the narrative. Deeply autobiographical, the novel reflects Hesse’s struggles and philosophy, with protagonist Harry Haller serving as a mirror of the author himself.