Publisher's Synopsis
The Art of Literature is a book written by the renowned German philosopher, Arthur Schopenhauer. In this work, Schopenhauer offers his insightful and often controversial views on the nature of literature and its role in society. He argues that literature is not simply a form of entertainment, but rather a means of expressing the deeper truths and insights of human experience.Schopenhauer begins by examining the different types of literature, from poetry and drama to novels and essays, and explores the unique qualities and functions of each. He then delves into the creative process behind literature, discussing the importance of inspiration, imagination, and originality.Throughout the book, Schopenhauer also touches on a range of related topics, such as the relationship between literature and morality, the role of the artist in society, and the importance of language in shaping our understanding of the world.Despite being written over a century ago, The Art of Literature remains a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the power and significance of literature in our lives. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the philosophy of art and aesthetics, as well as for lovers of literature and the written word.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.