Arthur Schopenhauer, Arthur Brodrick Bullock

Broschiertes Buch

The Basis of Morality

Beschreibung

Explore the philosophical foundations of right and wrong with Arthur Schopenhauer's "The Basis of Morality," a seminal work in the field of ethics. Schopenhauer delves into the complexities of human compassion, exploring the motivations behind moral actions and dissecting the role of egoism in our interactions. This thought-provoking treatise examines the sources of suffering and their connection to our understanding of morality, challenging conventional wisdom and offering a unique perspective on the human will. Uncover Schopenhauer's arguments concerning the true wellspring of ethical behavior, questioning whether genuine morality can stem from self-interest or societal expectations. A vital text for anyone interested in philosophy, social science, and the enduring questions of human existence, "The Basis of Morality" provides a rigorous and insightful analysis of ethics, remaining relevant and impactful for those grappling with moral dilemmas to this day. This carefully prepared print edition ensures the accessibility of Schopenhauer's profound insights for a contemporary readership. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Arthur Schopenhauer was a German philosopher, born on February 22, 1788, in Gdäsk, Poland, and passed away on September 21, 1860, in Frankfurt, Germany. His most famous work, The World as Will and Representation (1818), presents the idea that the phenomenal world we experience is merely the manifestation of a blind and irrational nominal will. Schopenhauer was deeply influenced by the philosophy of Immanuel Kant, and his ideas went on to shape various intellectual fields. His work had a profound influence on later thinkers such as Sigmund Freud, Ludwig Wittgenstein, and Carl Jung, among others. Schopenhauer's philosophical contributions focused on the nature of human suffering, the role of the will in human existence, and the importance of aesthetic experiences as a means of transcendence. His pessimistic worldview, while challenging, left an enduring legacy that continues to impact fields like psychology and existential philosophy. Schopenhauer was born to Johanna Schopenhauer and Heinrich Floris Schopenhauer, who were both important figures in their own right. His philosophical work remains significant in understanding human nature and the complexities of the human experience.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 178
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 259g
• ISBN-13: 9781023165006
• ISBN-10: 1023165007
• Artikelnr.: 74100562