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Excerpt: "When Schopenhauer was asked where he wished to be buried, he answered, "Anywhere; they will find me;" and the stone that marks his grave at Frankfort bears merely the inscription "Arthur Schopenhauer," without even the date of his birth or death. Schopenhauer, the pessimist, had a sufficiently optimistic conviction that his message to the world would ultimately be listened to-a conviction that never failed him during a lifetime of disappointments,...
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Persuasive and humane, this classic of philosophy represents one of the nineteenth century's most significant treatises on ethics. The Basis of Morality offers Schopenhauer's fullest examination of traditional ethical themes, and it articulates a descriptive form of ethics that contradicts the rationally based prescriptive theories. Starting with his polemic against Kant's ethics of duty, Schopenhauer anticipates the latter-day critics of moral philosophy....
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First published in 1851, "The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims" is a collection of essays by famed German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer. He is perhaps best known for his 1818 work "The World as Will and Representation" and developed an enduring reputation for his philosophical pessimism, in contrast to the idealism of Immanuel Kant. Much of Schopenhauer's work is a reaction to post-Kant German romanticism. In "The Wisdom of Life and Counsels...
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A disciple of Kant and a significant factor in shaping Nietzsche's thinking, Arthur Schopenhauer worked from the foundation that all knowledge derives from our experience of the world, but that our experience is necessarily subjective and formed by our own intellect and biases: reality, therefore, is but an extension of our own will. In this essay, translated by THOMAS BAILEY SAUNDERS (1860-1928) and first published in English in the 1890s, Schopenhauer...
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"The Art of Literature" by Arthur Schopenhauer is a profound exploration of the power and significance of literature in the realm of human experience. In this enlightening work, Schopenhauer delves into the essence of art and the unique capacity of literature to deeply touch the hearts and minds of its readers. Schopenhauer recognizes literature as a form of artistic expression that transcends time and space, allowing individuals to connect with the...
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"The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer: The Wisdom of Life" is a collection of thought-provoking essays by the renowned philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer. In this captivating compilation, Schopenhauer offers profound insights into the human condition, the pursuit of happiness, and the quest for meaning in life. Drawing upon his keen observations and introspective analysis, Schopenhauer explores various aspects of human existence, shedding light on the complexities...
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"Counsels and Maxims: The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer" by Arthur Schopenhauer is a thought-provoking collection of philosophical essays that offer profound insights and practical wisdom for navigating the complexities of human existence. In this compelling anthology, Schopenhauer distills his philosophical ideas into concise and memorable aphorisms, providing readers with a guide for living a more fulfilled and enlightened life. With his characteristic...
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"La dialéctica erística es el arte de la controversia, dirigida de tal manera de tener siempre razón aunque se esté equivocado. Por consiguiente, el interés de la verdad, si bien en general debiera ser el único motivo para afirmar la tesis probablemente justa, cede terreno al interés de la vanidad: lo verdadero debe parecer falso y lo falso verdadero."
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"Studies in Pessimism: The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer" by Arthur Schopenhauer is a compelling collection of essays that confronts the harsh realities of human existence and offers a unique perspective on life. In this thought-provoking anthology, Schopenhauer delves into the depths of pessimism, challenging conventional notions of optimism and presenting a philosophical exploration of the human condition. With razor-sharp intellect and a distinctive...
10) On Human Nature
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"On Human Nature" by Arthur Schopenhauer is a profound exploration of the fundamental aspects of human existence and the complex nature of our being. In this insightful work, Schopenhauer delves into the depths of human nature, offering profound insights into our desires, motivations, and the intricate interplay between reason and instinct. Drawing upon his keen observations and deep philosophical inquiry, Schopenhauer analyzes the inherent contradictions...
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Originally published in 1813, this early work by German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. Originally published as his doctoral dissertation and then later re-published, it outlines his cornerstone arguments on the subject of knowing. This fascinating work is highly recommended for anyone interested in 19th century philosophy and its development.
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The World as Will and Representation marked the pinnacle of Schopenhauer's philosophical thought; he spent the rest of his life refining, clarifying, and deepening the ideas presented in this work without any fundamental changes. The first edition was met with near universal silence. The second edition of 1844 similarly failed to attract any interest. At the time, post-Kantian German academic philosophy was dominated by the German Idealists-foremost...
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"The Art of Controversy" by Arthur Schopenhauer is a compelling and insightful exploration of the nature and strategies of intellectual argumentation and debate. In this thought-provoking work, Schopenhauer offers a comprehensive guide to engaging in productive and effective discussions, while also exposing the fallacies and pitfalls commonly encountered in contentious exchanges. Schopenhauer's keen intellect and analytical prowess are on full display...
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"Counsels and Maxims" by Arthur Schopenhauer is a collection of essays and aphorisms that offer profound insights into human nature, wisdom, and the art of living. Schopenhauer explores topics such as self-awareness, the pursuit of happiness, the futility of desire, and the importance of inner strength. His writing provides valuable guidance on how to navigate life's challenges and find meaning in a world filled with contradictions. This work is a...
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El arte de ser feliz, de Arthur Schopenhauer, es un libro corto pero profundo que ofrece consejos sobre cómo encontrar la felicidad en la vida. El libro abarca temas como la salud, las relaciones, el trabajo, el dinero y el arte.
Schopenhauer, un filósofo pesimista, cree que la felicidad es una condición inalcanzable. Sin embargo, también cree que es posible reducir el sufrimiento y disfrutar de momentos de felicidad. Sus reglas se basan en la...
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German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer wrote a strong text to explain his belief system in "The World as Will and Representation." Rather than viewing the world as a construct within itself, Schopenhauer argued that the world exists beyond the five senses. He believed that rather than seeing an object in its true form, we only see and understand our perception of it. His ideas are classified as post-Kantian philosophy, just one strand of thought amidst...
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The Essays here presented form a further selection from Schopenhauer's Parerga, brought together under a title which is not to be found in the original, and does not claim to apply to every chapter in the volume. The first essay is, in the main, a rendering of the philosopher's remarks under the heading of Nachträge zur Lehre vom Leiden der Welt, together with certain parts of another section entitled Nachträge zur Lehre von der Bejahung und Verneinung...
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Counsels and Maxims represents the second part of Schopenhauer's work originally titled Aphorismen zur Lebensweisheit (first published in 1851) and translated by T. B. Saunders. The first part of the original has been translated under the name The Wisdom of Life. Both parts, however, deal with a single treatise with there being no division in the original.
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The Art of Being Right: 38 Ways to Win an Argument (also The Art of Controversy, or Eristic Dialectic: The Art of Winning an Argument; German: Eristische Dialektik: Die Kunst, Recht zu behalten; 1831) is an acidulous, sarcastic treatise written by the German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer.[1] In it, Schopenhauer examines a total of thirty-eight methods of showing up one's opponent in a debate. He introduces his essay with the idea that philosophers...
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Para Schopenhauer, la única estética posible es aquella que posee un carácter existencial, que parte del sujeto humano. Sus Lecciones intentan reproducir in abstracto, «traducir» a conceptos, las intuiciones y los sentimientos que produce la experiencia estética y la contemplación del arte. Una traducción, sin embargo, incapaz de sustituir a la verdadera emoción de la contemplación estética.