“A poet or philosopher should have no fault to find with his age if it only permits him to do his work… — Arthur Schopenhaur Philosophy Copy Share Image
“The ordinary writer has an unmistakable preference for this style, because it causes the reader to spend time and trouble in understanding… — Arthur Schopenhaur Books Copy Share Image
“Kant's old hat; the autographs of great men; these things are gaped at with interest and awe by many who have never… — Arthur Schopenhaur Great man Copy Share Image
“There are, in the capacities of mankind, three varieties: one man will understand a thing by himself; another so far as it… — Arthur Schopenhaur Nature of man Copy Share Image
“The effectiveness of an author turns chiefly upon his getting the reputation that he should be read. But by practicing various arts,… — Arthur Schopenhaur Art Copy Share Image
“Spanish proverb: honor and money are not to be found in the same purse.” — Arthur Schopenhaur Money Copy Share Image
“In the same way it may be said that a man endowed with great mental gifts leads, apart from the individual life… — Arthur Schopenhaur Great men Copy Share Image
“His work is as it were, a sacred object and the true fruit of his life, and his aim in storing it… — Arthur Schopenhaur Crown of thorns Copy Share Image
“Men of great genius, whether their work be in poetry, philosophy or art, stand in all ages like isolated heroes, keeping up… — Arthur Schopenhaur Art Copy Share Image
“No difference of rank, position, or birth is so great as the gulf that spearates the countless millions who use their head… — Arthur Schopenhaur Rare person Copy Share Image
“In order to have original, uncommon, and perhaps even immortal thoughts, it is enough to estrange oneself so fully from the world… — Arthur Schopenhaur Creativity Copy Share Image
“Ah! How little they must have had to think about, to have been able to read so much. And when I actually… — Arthur Schopenhaur Patience Copy Share Image
