On the Suffering of the World
by Arthur Schopenhauer
On the Suffering of the World by Arthur Schopenhauer
Schopenhauer's compact writings question optimistic assumptions and examine the persistent frustrations of human desire. Schopenhauer considers the recurring frustration of desire and challenges confident assumptions about happiness and progress. These shorter writings bring his pessimistic outlook to questions about existence and human conduct. The collection invites readers to examine suffering without relying on reassuring explanations and to consider the ethical importance of compassion.
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On the Suffering of the World
Schopenhauer considers the recurring frustration of desire and challenges confident assumptions about happiness and progress. These shorter writings bring his pessimistic outlook to questions about existence and human conduct. The collection invites readers to examine suffering without relying on reassuring explanations and to consider the ethical importance of compassion.
Why read it?
Schopenhauer's compact writings question optimistic assumptions and examine the persistent frustrations of human desire. Explore Suffering, Desire and Compassion in this book.
Edition details
- Author / creators: Arthur Schopenhauer
- Publisher: Watkins Media
- Language: English
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 322
- Edition publication year: 2020
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Book Details
- Author
- Arthur Schopenhauer
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Watkins Media
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 322
- Publication year
- 2020
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