The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer: the Wisdom of Life by Arthur Schopenhauer

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Author Schopenhauer, Arthur, 1788-1860
Translator Saunders, T. Bailey (Thomas Bailey), 1860-1928
Title The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer: the Wisdom of Life
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Summary "The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer: the Wisdom of Life" by Arthur Schopenhauer is a philosophical collection written in the early 19th century. The work examines the essence of happiness and how individuals can cultivate a fulfilling life by understanding three primary aspects: personality, property, and social position. Schopenhauer’s approach emphasizes the internal reflections of a person's character over the material or societal accolades they might attain. At the start of the book, Schopenhauer introduces the concept of "Eudaemonology," which serves as the study of happiness and the means to achieve a pleasurable existence. He outlines his fundamental argument that a person's happiness is primarily governed by what they are internally—referring to their character, health, and intellect—rather than external factors such as wealth or reputation. In this opening section, he critiques the tendency of individuals to rely on societal judgment and external validation for their happiness, emphasizing that true contentment comes from a sound and well-developed inner life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Conduct of life
Subject Maxims
Category Text
EBook-No. 10741
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 20, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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