Schopenhauer's 'The World as Will and Representation': A Reader's Guide - Paperback
Schopenhauer's 'The World as Will and Representation': A Reader's Guide - Paperback
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by Robert L. Wicks (Author)
Schopenhauer's The World as Will and Representation is widely considered to be one of the most important and influential texts in nineteenth-century German philosophy. The text provides an avenue through which to introduce and explore a rich assortment of philosophical themes and questions, and represents Schopenhauer's widely discussed attempt to find personal meaning amidst a violent, frustrating and seemingly godless world. Since it was published in 1818, the text has influenced generations of musicians, artists, writers and historians, as well as philosophers.
This Reader's Guide presents a concise and accessible introduction to the text, offering invaluable guidance on: - Philosophical context - Key themes - Reading the text - Reception and influence - Further readingAuthor Biography
Robert Wicks is Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Auckland, New Zealand.
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