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Essay on the Freedom of the Will

Arthur Schopenhauer
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Essay on the Freedom of the Will

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2005

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Arthur Schopenhauer

Essay on the Freedom of the Will

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

128

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Philosophy

Psychology
Setting

Germany • 1830s

Topic
Philosophy

Religion & Spirituality

Psychology
Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In On the Freedom of the Will, Arthur Schopenhauer examines the nature of free will, its limitations, and its relationship with determinism. He explores how individuals perceive freedom within personal actions and decisions, contrasting this with external influences and constraints, ultimately contributing to philosophical discourse on human autonomy and moral responsibility.

Challenging

Contemplative

Informative

Dark

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.5

893 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Arthur Schopenhauer's Essay on the Freedom of the Will is praised for its thorough analysis of free will, showcasing his sharp intellect. Critics commend its clarity and philosophical depth, although some find his deterministic views overly pessimistic. The work's accessibility remains debated, with some readers challenged by its complexity.

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Who Should Read Essay on the Freedom of the Will?

Readers interested in Arthur Schopenhauer's Essay on the Freedom of the Will are typically philosophical enthusiasts drawn to metaphysics and determinism. Comparable books attracting such readers include Kant's Critique of Pure Reason and Nietzsche's Beyond Good and Evil.

4.5

893 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

128

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Philosophy

Psychology
Setting

Germany • 1830s

Topic
Philosophy

Religion & Spirituality

Psychology
Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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