“...this our world, which is so real, with all its suns and milky ways is-nothing.”
Quote by Arthur Schopenhauer
Work
The World As Will And Idea: 3 vols in 1 [unabridged]
The World As Will And Idea is a philosophical treatise that delves into the nature of reality, consciousness, and the human experience. Comprising three volumes in a single edition, this book presents a comprehensive analysis of the ideas of will and idea, as developed by the author. It is considered a foundational text in the philosophy of idealism. more
Author
Arthur Schopenhauer
Arthur Schopenhauer was a prominent German philosopher born on February 22, 1788, and died on September 21, 1860. He is one of the most important figures in 19th-century German philosophy and is known for his unique pessimistic philosophical ideas. more
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