The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer; On Human Nature by Arthur Schopenhauer
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| Author | Schopenhauer, Arthur, 1788-1860 |
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| Translator | Saunders, T. Bailey (Thomas Bailey), 1860-1928 |
| Title | The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer; On Human Nature |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | Human nature -- Government -- Free-will and fatalism -- Character -- Moral instinct -- Ethical reflections. |
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| Summary | "The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer; On Human Nature" by Arthur Schopenhauer is a collection of philosophical essays likely written in the early 19th century. The work illuminates various aspects of human nature, touching on themes of morality, government, free will, character, and ethical reflections. The opening of the collection introduces the theme of the internal significance of moral and intellectual truths versus physical truths. Schopenhauer emphasizes that understanding human nature's moral dimensions is essential while critiquing the superficial considerations often attributed to human character. He discusses the role of compassion versus judgment in interpersonal interactions, suggesting that recognizing the shared suffering of humanity promotes empathy over contempt. Furthermore, he contrasts various ethical viewpoints from different cultures, stressing the importance of true moral understanding over societal constructs of dignity or virtue, thus setting the stage for a deeper exploration of human nature and the complexities of moral philosophy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion |
| Subject | Ethics |
| Subject | Political science |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 10739 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 20, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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