"The Blue Flower" is a romantic novel written by the German author Novalis in the early 19th century. It tells the story of Friedrich von Hardenberg, a young poet who seeks to find his ideal love and the meaning of life through the symbol of a blue flower. The narrative explores themes of love, nature, and the connection between the spiritual and the material world. The blue flower itself represents longing and the pursuit of unattainable dreams. It serves as a central motif throughout the story, embodying the quest for beauty and truth. The novel is considered a significant work of German Romanticism, influencing later literary movements and philosophies.