Publisher's Synopsis
The Art of Literature is a book written by the German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer. The book is a collection of essays that explore the nature of literature and its role in human life. In the book, Schopenhauer argues that literature is a form of art that is unique in its ability to convey the essence of the human experience. He discusses various forms of literature, including poetry, drama, and prose, and examines the ways in which they can be used to express the human condition. Schopenhauer also explores the concept of genius, arguing that great writers possess a unique ability to capture the essence of humanity in their work. The book is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of literature and its importance in human life, and it remains an influential work in the field of literary criticism.Every mediocre writer tries to mask his own natural style, because in his heart he knows the truth of what I am saying. He is thus forced, at the outset, to give up any attempt at being frank or naive--a privilege which is thereby reserved for superior minds, conscious of their own worth, and therefore sure of themselves. What I mean is that these everyday writers are absolutely unable to resolve upon writing just as they think; because they have a notion that, were they to do so, their work might possibly look very childish and simple.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
