Arthur Schopenhauer
Arthur Schopenhauer was a 19th-century German philosopher best known for his work in metaphysics and ethics, particularly his concept of the 'will to live.' He is often associated with pessimism and is noted for his influence on later thinkers, including Freud and Nietzsche. Schopenhauer famously stated that if there were no dogs, he would not want to live, reflecting the deep bond he believed existed between humans and their canine companions.
Born on Feb 22, 1788 (237 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 29,148 | $2,700,000 | 1,159$ |
| Germany | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 64,350 | $3,845,000 | 2,953$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,082 | $700,000 | 573$ |
| Totals | 3 | 160,324,575 | 100,580 | $7,245,000 | 4,685$ |
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Switzerland:
Arthur Schopenhauer was quoted by Balthasar Glättli regarding cruelty to animals.
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United Kingdom:
Arthur Schopenhauer criticized performative readers in the mid-19th century.
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Germany:
Schopenhauer was another prominent individual associated with Caffè Greco.
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Indonesia:
Schopenhauer states that music is the highest form of art compared to other artistic expressions.
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Costa Rica:
Schopenhauer is referenced for his misogynistic quote about women.
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Spain:
Arthur Schopenhauer is mentioned by Omri Boehm as part of the cultural heritage he received from his grandmother.
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Romania:
Arthur Schopenhauer is referenced for his concept of the 'will' as a driving force in reality.
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Serbia:
Arthur Schopenhauer's ideas about desire and will are echoed in Banksy's art.
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Switzerland:
Arthur Schopenhauer suspected schadenfreude to be a sign of a bad heart and deep moral worthlessness.
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Honduras:
Schopenhauer viewed happiness as a fleeting illusion in a world marked by suffering.
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