Arthur Schopenhauer
Arthur Schopenhauer was a German philosopher. He is known for his 1818 work The World as Will and Representation, which characterizes the phenomenal world as the manifestation of a blind and irrational noumenal will. Building on the transcendental idealism of Immanuel Kant (1724–1804), Schopenhauer developed an atheistic metaphysical and ethical system that rejected the contemporaneous ideas of German idealism.
The World as Will and Idea (Vol. 1 of 3)
In a world shaped by perception, reality itself is questioned, revealing a realm where consciousness dictates existence and the observer defines what is real.
By Arthur Schopenhauer
The Basis of Morality
In a world of differing opinions, this thought-provoking book dares to challenge traditional ideas of right and wrong.
By Arthur Schopenhauer
The World as Will and Idea (Vol. 3 of 3)
Discover a world where unconscious desires shape reality and the limits of human understanding are challenged.
By Arthur Schopenhauer
The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer; The Art of Literature
Discover a philosopher's sharp views on the motivations, pitfalls, and true essence required to create lasting and meaningful literature.
By Arthur Schopenhauer
Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Arthur Schopenhauer
Explore a philosopher's dark, 19th century, perspective on life and the human condition through collected essays about will, desire, suffering, morality, and more.
By Arthur Schopenhauer
On the Fourfold Root of the Principle of Sufficient Reason, and On the Will in Nature: Two Essays (revised edition)
Explore the profound connections between reason, cause, and effect as one seeks to define why everything exists as it does.
By Arthur Schopenhauer
The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer: the Wisdom of Life
Discover how to achieve lasting happiness not through wealth or status, but by understanding your own character and inner world.
By Arthur Schopenhauer
The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer; Religion, a Dialogue, Etc.
In a world of faith and dogma, a philosopher's essays spark a debate about the virtues and pitfalls of religion, revealing how society grapples with truth and understanding.
By Arthur Schopenhauer
The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer; Studies in Pessimism
Venture into the philosophy of a 19th-century pessimist as one makes the case that life is more full of pain than pleasure.
By Arthur Schopenhauer
Essays of Schopenhauer
Explore a philosopher's controversial views on society, writing, and the human condition in this collection of thought-provoking essays.
By Arthur Schopenhauer
The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer; the Art of Controversy
Explore a world where arguments become battles of ego, and the pursuit of truth takes a back seat to the thrill of victory.
By Arthur Schopenhauer
The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer; On Human Nature
Dive into a collection of philosophical essays that debate human nature, morality, and the complexities of ethical reflection.
By Arthur Schopenhauer
The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer; Counsels and Maxims
Discover a collection of philosophical advice that encourages readers to avoid pain and manage expectations, rather than chase fleeting happiness, in a world filled with inherent struggles.
By Arthur Schopenhauer
The World as Will and Idea (Vol. 2 of 3)
Venture into a 19th-century exploration of consciousness and reality while challenging accepted philosophical thought.
By Arthur Schopenhauer