“The deep pain that is felt at the death of every friendly soul arises from the feeling that there is in every individual something which is inexpressible, peculiar to him alone, and is, therefore, absolutely and irretrievably lost.”
Quote by Arthur Schopenhauer
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Parerga and Paralipomena: Short Philosophical Essays
This book is a compilation of short philosophical essays that delve into a wide range of topics, offering insights into the author's philosophical musings and intellectual explorations. 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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