Schopenhauer

The Great Philosophers Season 1 Episode 10

Overview:
This program examines the systematic, philosophical pessimism of Arthur Schopenhauer and its emphasis on infraconsciousness, or will, as the irrational motivating force in human nature. Distinguished philosophical historian Frederick Copleston discusses Schopenhauer's theory of underlying reality as experienced through the inner self. On a larger scale, the concept of will is ultimately defined as energy, which is judged to be central to scientific explanations of what drives the universe.

Genre : Talk

Actors : Bryan Magee

Release Date : 1987-11-22

Duration : 42 menit

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