Yalom, Irvin D.
The Schopenhauer Cure
- ISBN 13:
- 9780060938109
- author:
- Yalom, Irvin D.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Harper Perennial
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 13.5 x 2.2 x 20.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction - General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Schopenhauer Cure A Novel by Irvin Yalom When a routine checkup forces psychotherapist Julius Hertzfeld to confront his own mortality, he sets out to reexamine his life and work. He seeks out Philip Slate, a sex addict whom he failed to help twenty years earlier, who claims to have been transformed by the teachings of German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer. Philip's pessimistic stance compels Julius to invite him to join his therapy group, where he can tutor on Schopenhauer's philosophy in exchange for Philip's expertise. As Julius and Philip work together, they must navigate the complexities of their own relationships and the lives of the group members. With time running out, Julius must decide whether to help Philip or compete with him for the group's attention. The Schopenhauer Cure is a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, delving into the darker aspects of human nature and the power of philosophical ideas to transform lives. This novel is a gripping and introspective exploration of the human experience, raising important questions about the nature of suffering, redemption, and the search for meaning.