Volume 1 of the definitive English translation of one of the most important philosophical works of the 19th century, the basic statement in one important stream of post-Kantian thought. Corrects nearly 1,000 errors and omissions in the older Haldane-Kemp translation. For the first time, this edition translates and locates all quotes and provides full index.
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Schopenhauer proves that a German philosopher does not have to be nearly unintelligible to appear profound. Unlike Hegel and Heidegger, Schopenhauer does not hide behind ambiguous words or phrases. To the reader, Schopenhauer's views are as profound as they are clear. Starting where Kant left off, he gives new meaning to the word will; he makes will the thing in itself. Both volumes are essential reading. The first offers his entire system. From epistemology to metaphysics, to a great essay on where his philosophy differs from Kant's, the first volume is the foundation for the second. The second volume is classic Schopenhauer; this is the acid-tongued curmudgeon most people think of when they bother to think of him at all. The sections on death and the metaphysics of sexual love are mind-blowing. As it is expressed in his masterpiece, The World as Will and Representation, Schopenhauer's genius and originality of thinking tower over the views of most thinkers being pushed in universities today.
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In the dogmatic rigid world of academic philosophy, rarely are "outsiders" fully appreciated. Especially when capable of lucid and lively expository skills. Schopenauer's well known and explicit challenge of Hegel as the legitimate heir to Kant doomed him to a minor status in his lifetime. However, his insights and doctrines have provided much material incorporated by others, such as Nietzche, Freud, Jung. His recognition of the legitimacy of Oriental thought preceded Western appreciation as well. For those willing to devote the time to a thorough reading, a full and comprehensive world view emerges. The role of the unconscious, the dualities in the struggle between reason and emotion, the valuation of a pragmatic but compassionate ethic are some of the still worthy expositions in his opus. Allowing for some of the local references and historical context, a true and lasting example of real philosophizing as it was envisioned in classical Greek tradition.The pursuit of truth and knowledge as an end worthy of devotion. Maybe he was a bit of a cranky eccentric, but he was a true individual who dared to pursue his own insights to their logical conclusions.
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Schopenhauer is generally regarded as a 'correction to Kant' and that is very true.
As Kants Critique starts well, and ends in a floundering mess of complexity, Schopenhauer picks up the thread and with - amazingly - wit and verve accepts Kant's basic position, and then goes on to clarify it, before too floundering into a bit of a mess at the end.
It's not surprising- metaphysics is always thinking about thinking, and that's a hard - possibly the hardest - thing to achieve clarity at.
If you aren't interested in Metaphysics why are you reading this review?
If you are, then this is a must have for the collection. And its a good translation too.
Schopenhauer is often dismissed these days. Don't. He's good and he's sharp. Understand what he tries to say and make your own mind up.
As Kants Critique starts well, and ends in a floundering mess of complexity, Schopenhauer picks up the thread and with - amazingly - wit and verve accepts Kant's basic position, and then goes on to clarify it, before too floundering into a bit of a mess at the end.
It's not surprising- metaphysics is always thinking about thinking, and that's a hard - possibly the hardest - thing to achieve clarity at.
If you aren't interested in Metaphysics why are you reading this review?
If you are, then this is a must have for the collection. And its a good translation too.
Schopenhauer is often dismissed these days. Don't. He's good and he's sharp. Understand what he tries to say and make your own mind up.
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Magnificently sombre
The other reviews here give a fair indication of the content of his philosophy but I thought I'd add a comment about Schopenhauer's style. Read more
Published 2 months ago by G. J. Mcintyre
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This book is only for those with a knowledge of philosophy at the...
I have read the Schopenhauers works about how to get the best out of life and how to understand the world and the people around you. Read more
Published 4 months ago by David Christopher Johnson
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Be aware: just 534 pages!
this is not a review of Schopenhauer five star masterpiece, but of Amazon's description of the volume.
This volume does not contain the stated 1269 pages but 534. Read more
This volume does not contain the stated 1269 pages but 534. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Jeg Er Her Nu
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Only Saints escape the Will
Schopenhauer is not neglected by any means, except by the academic profession. He was a near contemporary of Hegel, whom he despised. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Jason Powell
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Volume 1 is probably my favourite book on philosophy to date. It is a terrible shame that Schopenhauer remains to this day largely unheard of, and it is even more tragic that Hegel... Read more
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Don't buy that that, buy this!
Imagine a parallel universe were William Shakespeare was known but completely ignored and Marlow and Pope and Dryden say, were taught in universities but Shakespeare was completely... Read more
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Flawed but fascinating
The World as Will and Representation is Schopenhauer's major work, intended as a systematic philosophy to go beyond the limits of Kantian critique. Read more
Published on 6 April 2008 by Oliver Jackson
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Schopenhauer changed my life
Prior to reading The World as Will and Representation I was well in to the rat race of human existence. Read more
Published on 7 Nov 2003 by Paul Clark
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A terrifying read
Without a doubt one of the most important books ever written. To be sure, Schopenhauer will be anathema to many people. Read more
Published on 18 May 2001
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Volume 1 is on of the most insightful essays on the nature of human perception ever written.
Published on 8 May 1998
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