“It is a wise thing to be polite; consequently, it is a stupid thing to be rude. To make enemies by unnecessary and willful incivility, is just as insane a proceeding as to set your house on fire. For politeness is like a counter--an avowedly false coin, with which it is foolish to be stingy.”
Quote by Arthur Schopenhauer
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Collected Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer
The Collected Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer is a comprehensive compilation of the renowned philosopher's writings. It includes his influential essays on various philosophical topics, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of Schopenhauer's thought on morality, aesthetics, and the human condition. more
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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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