Arthur Schopenhauer (/ ˈʃoʊpənhaʊər / SHOH-pən-how-ər; [9] German: [ˈaʁtuːɐ̯ ˈʃoːpn̩haʊɐ] ⓘ; 22 February 1788 – 21 September 1860) was a German philosopher.

Jan 2, 2026 · Arthur Schopenhauer was a German philosopher, often called the “philosopher of pessimism,” who was primarily important as the exponent of a metaphysical doctrine of the will in …

These essays explore Schopenhauer’s influence on Nietzsche. The book includes a complete list of textual references to Schopenhauer in Nietzsche’s writings.

May 12, 2003 · Arthur Schopenhauer was among the first 19 th century philosophers to contend that at its core, the universe is not a rational place.

Discover Arthur Schopenhauer’s philosophy in clear, easy-to-understand language. Explore his insights on will, determinism, ethics, aesthetics, and happiness with relatable examples and contrasts to …

Arthur Schopenhauer was a German philosopher. He is known for his 1818 work The World as Will and Representation, which characterizes the phenomenal world as th...

Arthur Schopenhauer may be the patron saint of pessimism, but his thought is anything but despairing. His honesty, clarity, and insight offer a bracing counterpoint to philosophical optimism and a powerful …

An engaging biography of one of the most influential Western philosophers and a thought-provoking exploration of how to live with Arthur Schopenhauer’s pessimism.

Aug 19, 2024 · Arthur Schopenhauer, a 19th-century German philosopher, is one of the most influential thinkers in the Western tradition. His work, characterized by a deep pessimism and profound insight …

The German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer (February 22, 1788 – September 21, 1860) is widely known as the quintessential pessimist among western thinkers.