This book is an insightful and thought-provoking collection of essays on the philosophy of life by Schopenhauer, one of the most influential thinkers of the 19th century. Drawing on his vast knowledge of literature, art, and science, Schopenhauer delves into topics such as happiness, love, death, and the meaning of existence, presenting a view of life that is both pessimistic and liberating. This edition includes a new translation of the aphorisms by T. Bailey Saunders.

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