Cartwright, David E.
Schopenhauer: A Biography
- ISBN 13:
- 9781107626959
- author:
- Cartwright, David E.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 600
- Dimensions:
- 23 x 15 x 3 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Philosophy, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Arthur Schopenhauer was one of the most original and provocative thinkers of the nineteenth century. He spent a lifetime striving to understand the meaning of living in a world where suffering and death are ubiquitous. This biography, written by David E. Cartwright, offers a comprehensive portrait of Schopenhauer's life and philosophy, placing him in his historical and philosophical contexts. The book explores Schopenhauer's fractured family life, early formative influences, critical relationships with influential thinkers, and the development of his complex worldview. Schopenhauer's philosophy had a significant influence on many notable figures, including writers, philosophers, and psychologists. This biography provides a detailed understanding of Schopenhauer's ideas and their lasting impact on Western thought.
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