The Art of Literature
Arthur Schopenhauer
Arthur Schopenhauer’s The Art of Literature is a lively, illuminating and brutally honest collection of essays on literary style and values, writers and critics, and the nature of genius. The volume is comprised of eight chapters: On Authorship, On Style, On the Study of Latin, On Men of Learning, On Thinking for Oneself, On Criticism, On Reputation and On Genius. Schopenhauer advises seclusion and independent thought, criticises Pliny’s reading habits, and explains the pitfalls of certain schools of thought and even virtues like modesty. His thought-provoking arguments, caustic wit and accessible style make this a must for any aspiring writer.
Duration - 13h 2m.
Author - Arthur Schopenhauer.
Narrator - Mark Meadows.
Published Date - Thursday, 19 January 2023.
Location:
United States
Description:
Arthur Schopenhauer’s The Art of Literature is a lively, illuminating and brutally honest collection of essays on literary style and values, writers and critics, and the nature of genius. The volume is comprised of eight chapters: On Authorship, On Style, On the Study of Latin, On Men of Learning, On Thinking for Oneself, On Criticism, On Reputation and On Genius. Schopenhauer advises seclusion and independent thought, criticises Pliny’s reading habits, and explains the pitfalls of certain schools of thought and even virtues like modesty. His thought-provoking arguments, caustic wit and accessible style make this a must for any aspiring writer. Duration - 13h 2m. Author - Arthur Schopenhauer. Narrator - Mark Meadows. Published Date - Thursday, 19 January 2023.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:10:53
Author's Note
Duration:00:09:01
Chapter 1
Duration:00:08:24
Chapter 2
Duration:00:08:40
Chapter 3
Duration:00:09:24
Chapter 4
Duration:00:14:12
Chapter 5
Duration:00:09:08
Chapter 6
Duration:00:14:14
Chapter 7
Duration:00:10:34
Chapter 8
Duration:00:09:03
Chapter 9
Duration:00:11:01
Chapter 10
Duration:00:11:52
Chapter 11
Duration:00:13:58
Chapter 12
Duration:00:12:45
Chapter 13
Duration:00:11:45
Chapter 14
Duration:00:13:24
Chapter 15
Duration:00:13:15
Chapter 16
Duration:00:10:54
Chapter 17
Duration:00:14:10
Ending Credits
Duration:00:12:15