Arthur Schopenhauer: Germany 1788–1860
By Dr. Mark Stone
Edited by Prof. John Lachs and Mike Hassell
Read by Charlton Heston
The Giants of Philosophy Series
Unabridged
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1 Format: Library CD
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ISBN: 9780786169405
Runtime: | 2.23 Hours |
Category: | Nonfiction |
Audience: | Adult |
Language: | English |
Summary
Summary
Arthur Schopenhauer was the most articulate and influential pessimist in the history of human thought. He was convinced that the space and time of ordinary life is an illusion, that the world consists of two aspects: representation (visible appearances) and will (hidden reality). Will is a unitary, blind, irrational force underlying all nature and expressing itself throughout it. Since human actions are blindly propelled by this will, not reason, prescriptive ethical rules have little force. Our will to live is a continuing cycle of want, temporary fulfillment, and more want. New desires replace any satisfied ones, so no lasting happiness is possible.
The Giants of Philosophy series is a collection of dramatic presentations, in understandable language, of the concerns, questions, interests, and overall outlook of the world’s great philosophers and philosophical traditions. Special emphasis on clear and relevant explanations gives you a new arsenal of insights toward living a better life.
Details
Details
Available Formats : | Library CD |
Category: | Nonfiction |
Runtime: | 2.23 |
Audience: | Adult |
Language: | English |
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