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What was Hesse's stance on World War I?

  • Pacifist

  • Militarist

  • Neutral

  • Supporter

Answer

As a pacifist, Hermann Hesse strongly opposed World War I. He believed that war was a senseless act of violence that destroyed both individuals and nations. He expressed his anti-war sentiments through his writings, such as his novel "Demian," which explored Themes of pacifism and the search for meaning in a world torn apart by war.
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