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Schopenhauer as an exemplar.......2003-07-16
"Philosophy" is often refered to as a field of study in which questions regarding the nature of reality, beauty and man are taken up with vigor. Those who are interested in these topics and all of their tributary subjects are said to be "philosophers" or "philosophical" in nature. Others, whose concerns are strictly material, are considered to be "unphilosophical" in nature. They have no philosophical disposition towards anything: it is as if their behavior is guided by their immediate circumstances and that they are prey to interests that are common and trite. It is this very distinction between the "philosophical" and "unphilosophical" that I wish to refute by appealing to Schopenhauer as an exemplar of what it means to have a philosophy of life.
All of the reviews below adequately convey the merits of the book itself. But what is also important is understanding what this book represents within the context of philosophy itself. And what we discover from reading this book is that even the most vulgar man, a man considered by all measure to be morally and intellectually inept, has a philosophy of life. Schopenhauer was a genius and therefore had the capacity to articulate his thoughts in a powerfully original manner. His outlook on the world stands out from the rest precisely because his intellect is capable of penetrating to the heart of things and describe them in a manner that is at once lucid and compelling. Most of us, however, do not have the mental power nor the luxury of time to express our views on life in general. But I believe this book, when taken as a whole, will help us understand that every life is ultimately guided by a point of view which, underlying all its idiosyncratic characterstics, refers to philosophical assumptions and hence a philosophy of life. In sum, our relation to life is and always will be philosophical in nature. The difference between an ordinary man and Schopenhaure is merely a qualitative one. Schopenhauer's book proves that, and I invite you to see how it does.
essential for anyone inclined to contemplation.......2001-11-14
arthur schopenhauer had a more accurate and realistic outlook on life than his student, friedrich nietzsche, who i also have a great deal of admiration for. which is not to say that going on tirades against life and intellectualizing everything is the way to go, but which is to say that anyone who recognizes the basic facts of existence is hardly going to reply with a tremendous "YES TO LIFE" as nietzsche so ridiculously and psychotically suggested. is schopenhauer a decadent, as nietzsche claimed? by his standards, yes, but let's remember that by nietzsche's standards he himself was a decadent of the worst kind. he had very few interpersonal relationships that were successful, he was an utter failure when it came to women, he was filled to the brim with bitterness and contempt for religion, and he was for the most part a solitary neurotic, who tried to conceal his own fear of life as some sign of nobility or superiority. i disagree with schopenhauer's supposed 'renunciation of life', but i am in decided agreement with his firm and unyielding belief that ultimate satisfaction and total happiness, those absurd myths which themselves bring terrible unhappiness to those who imagine they exist, are fictions created by society. both philosophers contradicted themselves constantly, but of the two i would say that nietzsche was by far the more hypocritical and blind to his own failings while so harshly critical of the failings of others. nietzsche preached the virtues of creativity and self realization as the highest possible goal man could reach for, and yet he attacked everything strange, odd, interesting, as 'decadent'. there is no better way to discourage creativity and perpetuate bourgeois values than to contemptuously dismiss everything unusual and unique as 'sick'. and all that 'will to power' BS gets pretty tiresome after awhile, especially considering that nietzsche himself was utterly lacking in any kind of power whatsoever, save that of the intellectual type. nietzsche dismisses with disgust everyone and everything that doesn't strive for worldly influence and domination, and yet three sentences later he will admit openly that the universe is basically subjective and that all meanings and goals are equally legitimate and equally relative. if that's the case, as i believe it is, why not enjoy ourselves and stop stressing about things like 'power' and 'greatness' that don't really matter in the bigger picture? anyone with the slightest experience of life will immediately agree with schopenhauer that our 'inner wealth' is what really matters, not the accidental and meaningless distractions of the external world. if this is decadence, roll in the decadence! this book is a must.
Brilliantly written, but not for the tender-skinned........2001-11-10
I have to disagree with the other review I read on this work. I prefer Schopenhauer's 'pessimism' (which by the way, is written with great wit and humor and had me laughing quite a bit) to Nietzsche's destructive, puffed-up idealistic gas. This is not because I think pessimism is a good thing taken by itself, but rather that there are a great many things in life that SHOULD be avoided. I will say, however, that I think those who enjoy Nietzsche will have a true appreciation for this book (Nietzsche was deeply unfluenced by S.). He discusses an array of subjects, such as the emptiness of those things commonly pursued by the masses (money, status/position, vanity, sensual pleasure, etc.), and those most commonly ignored by most (temperance, good health, character, individuality, and developing one's mind). It is an eye-opener for people absorbed in their careers entrenched in the politics and daily grind of life.
Though riddled with hard-nosed realism and misanthropy, the book was positively entertaining and enjoyable. His style is fluid, prosaic, and imaginitive, unlike most German philosophy. In lieu of modern world events, it is probably more relevant a work today than ever before.
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Something to note.......2005-12-14
This book is very good, as usual from Nietzsche. I'm not going to fully review it however, but rather point out something the previous reviewers didn't. This work is in fact one of the four "Untimely Meditations"; as such it is included in all editions of that work by Nietzsche. So I strongly suggest that you buy a copy of the complete set rather than just this one.
Unique and startling.......2001-01-03
This book is different than Nietzsche's well-known major works. It does not explicitly examine the nature of morality, the master/slave relationship, or related questions. Instead, it questions the relationship of historical knowledge to life in the present. By "present", Nietzsche does not mean some specific century or decade, but rather the present we perpetually find ourselves in as human beings.
Nietzsche asks: given that we always live in such a present, why do we want or need historical knowledge? Animals live without a historical sense: they do not reflect on the past or contemplate their future -- they simply live from moment to moment in the eternal present that humans perpetually avoid. And generally, Nietzsche notes, animals seem happier than human beings: more spontaneous, more cheerful, less given to morbid and resentful states of mind.
Given these differences, should humans abandon the study of history and try to live in the present like animals? No, says Nietzsche, this relation to history is the true source of human uniqueness and achievement. The question is not "Should we study history?" but rather, "What history should we study, and in what amount?" The answer, says Nietzsche, is history that gives us a proper appreciation of life's difficulties and the struggles that have preceded us, but which nonetheless spurs us to creative action in the present. We should never study history for history's sake; rather, we should study it with a view to understanding and surpassing our present.
This is a short, powerful volume, dense with ideas but astoundingly clear.
Recommended.......2000-12-01
A great primer on the problems of history and a great introduction to a brilliant mind.
presenta el peligro que un exceso de erudión de historia.......1998-11-27
he leido 6 capítulos. Es un tema interesante para abordar el estudio de la historia. Para Nietzcshe la historia es indispensable pero hay que saber tener el punto de equilibrio para que sea util para la vida: demasiada historia anquilosa. La tradición tiener un limite de utilidad; el exceso mata la vida y la dinamica de la vida; pero la absoluta carencia imposibilita entender el mundo en el que se vive.
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In this essay from Schopenhauer final work, Parerga und Paralipomena (1851), the philosopher favors individual strength of will and independent, reasoned deliberation over the tendency to act on irrational impulses. He examines the ways in which life can be arranged to derive the highest degree of pleasure and success.
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Short and Sharp.......2007-08-29
This is an excellent small book on the wisdom of life. A 'make you think' for any spare moment.
the wisdom of life.......2007-03-23
excellent book, wish I had gotten it earlier in life, very pragmatic and absolutely to the point even though today
Great philosopher, bad edition.......2006-02-01
With his beautifully written Aphorisms on the Wisdom of Life (originally published as part of a bigger work, "Parerga and Paralipomena", volume one), Schopenhauer [S] appeals to anyone who acknowledges that this world isn't a particularly nice or fun place to live in. Elaborating on his theories of human suffering, which he links above all to the workings of our Will (a kind of instinct/drive that fosters desires, leads to conflicts, and provokes continual unrest), S proposes the practice of self-awareness, a mild asceticism and intellectual pursuit to counter the pains and boredom of life.
However, what I saw in this edition by Dover Publications can hardly qualify as satisfactory. Two points made this a great disappointment:
1 - This is NOT the COMPLETE translation of S's original Aphorisms on the Wisdom of Life - in fact, the whole fifth and sixth chapters are missing. This is a real shame, since it is particularly in the longish CHAPTER FIVE that dear old S actually develops his nicest ideas and advice for anyone interested in leading a thoughtful and serene existence (or rather, spending a lifetime aiming in that direction), mainly by realizing that most desires and pleasures stirring one's brain and body are chimerical, and therefore ultimately frustrating.
The preceding considerations in The Wisdom of Life can in fact be read as a mere introduction to the greater conclusions in this chapter. S organized his work so as to say: "now that you know what you are (chapter 2), what you have (chapter 3) and what you appear to be in the eyes of others (chapter 4), here's what you should DO (chapter 5)." With this edition, though, the best of S is left out.
2 - Probably with the intention of "saving space", the editors have found it fit NOT to translate S's many quotations of other philosophers and of poets, from the ancient Greek and Latin to the French and German. Since it is most unlikely that many modern readers will master these languages (at least all four of them simultaneously), a considerable amount of thoughts in this book is left somewhat incomplete. I find this particularly annoying, as S wasn't quoting others "for the heck of it" or to "appear well-educated": each time he refers to another author or text, he is trying both to prove how much his thoughts are the product of a long tradition of reflection on certain issues - and also to complete his ideas by recurring to formulations which may better convey them to the reader. One can surmise that each quotation was carefully picked with a clear aim - which now eludes the reader, as there is only so much he can make out of "sume superbiam quoesitam meritis" (a sentence attributed to Horace, that much we are told) or the even more frequent sentences in ancient Greek language (and alphabet).
[Incidentally, another edition, by Prometheus Books (1995), has the exact same flaws, so this might be a recurrent problem]
For these reasons, I would urge interested readers to carefully look at the actual contents of an edition of Aphorisms on the Wisdom of Life - and to make sure that the translators have really bothered to translate the full text. Socrates and Seneca, Voltaire and Goethe sound much better when one understands what they are on about. And S's subtle irony, wise conclusions and friendly advice are far more enjoyable and useful when one reads ALL he has to say.
Good but not great.......2005-09-12
I READ THIS BOOK BECAUSE ALL MY MATES WERE BANGING ON ABOUT IT, GOING READ IT, YOU KNOW? LIKE SO WE COULD ALL PHILOSOPHISE AND STUUF, WELL I READ IT AND i HAVE TO SAY THAT I WAS DISSAPOINTED, ARTHUR'S OPINIONS ARE AT ONCE FASCINATING AND LIMITING. THEY LIMIT MY GOALS AND ABILITY, YOU KNOW? BUT SERIOUSLY I THINK THAT ARTHUR PROBABLY SHOUD HAVE DONE A COUPLE MORE VERSIONS SO PEOPLE WHO HAVE LIKE DIFFERENT TASTES COULD ALL TAKE SOMEHTHING FROM IT. I THINK THAT SOME PEOPLE WILL LIKE THIS BOOK WHO MAYBE HAVE A LITTLE BIT OF A PROBLEM WITH A FOREIGN LANGUAGE, CAUSE ITS TRANSLATED INTO ENGLISH WHICH IS DEFINITELY A PLUS.
a masterful work by the german "buddha".......2004-08-01
in a very short essay (about 70 or so pages) Schopenhauer with unparralleled clarity shows how u can obtain wisdom from life and avoid the never ending struggle of the will as taught in eastern faiths. His writing is brilliant and illuminating and shows how to be moral and live a meaningfull life in a confusing age. German writers like kant should take a lesson from schopenhauer and how easy he is to understand without all the useless philosophical jargon. the book is a great pleasure to read and is extremely short (best of both worlds eh?). The wisdom of life is a must have for any thinker of any age and era.
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1932. One of the greatest philosophers of the 19th century, Schopenhauer seems to have had more impact on literature and on people in general than on academic philosophy. His system of philosophy was based on that of Kant's. Schopenhauer did not believe that people had individual wills but were rather simply part of a vast and single will that pervades the universe and that the feeling of separateness that each of has is but an illusion. This sounds much like the Spinozistic view or the Naturalistic School of philosophy. The difference with Schopenhauer is that, in his view, the cosmic will is wicked...and the source of all endless suffering. His masterpiece of philosophical writing is The World as Will and Idea. From the Preface: In these pages I shall speak of The Wisdom of Life in the common meaning of the term, as the art, namely, of ordering our lives so as to obtain the greatest possible amount of pleasure and success; an art the theory of which may be called eudoemonology, for it teaches us how to lead a happy existence. The Contents are divided into the following sections: The Wisdom of Life; The Art of Literature; and Studies in Pessimism. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.
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Life of Arthur Schopenhauer
W. Wallace
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It has been sought to escape from the judgment of Schopenhauer, that "those who, instead of studying the thoughts of a philosopher, make themselves acquainted with his life and history, are like people who, instead of occupying themselves with a picture, are rather occupied with its frame, reflecting on the taste of its carving, and the nature of its gilding." At the time of original publication in 1890, W. Wallace was Whyte's Professor of Moral Philosophy at Oxford University.
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There's nothing as wonderful as starting to heal, waking up in the morning and knowing that nobody can hurt you if you don't let them.
Beginning to Heal offers hope and guidance for all survivors starting the healing journey. No matter how great your pain today, you can not only heal but thrive. Based on the authors' bestseller The Courage to Heal, this Revised Edition of Beginning to Heal takes you through the key stages of the healing process, from crisis times to breaking the silence, grief, and anger, to resolution and moving on. It includes inspirational highlights, clear explanations, practical suggestions, and compelling accounts of survivors' pain, their strength, and their triumphs.
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Short but to the point - a useful gift.......2007-08-30
This book is aimed at people who were sexually abused as children and are avoiding the subject of their past or don't think it is relevant to their problems of the present. If you care about someone who is clearly failing to cope with life in general, and you believe they have been abused, then this book makes an excellent gift. It is delicate and offers examples to introduce the topic. It is surprisingly compact, with a fairly simple message, that will hopefully lead to empowerment to take the next step.
Out of the pile of books I purchased to educate myself and give to my survivor friend, this book was the one I chose to give her first. It is thin and short, so hopefully it won't frighten her off reading it. I was quite nervous about giving it to her, but it was appreciated. She didn't think it would be helpful though and I haven't convinced her to open it quite yet. I know it is what she needs to do. Being light on the details, it will need to be replaced with something heavier down the track. If we get to that point it will have been *so* worth it!
A Review of the Basics.......2007-08-14
This book is a very good review for your self of esteem at this diffucult time in your life. It's very easy to read and its not too long either. Personally, for me I thought it was too basic. I need more help than it gave. I need more to do with what happens in adult hood to help you get over or deal with what happend when you were a little younger. Like preteen. This book focuses on children that were abused and not preteens.
Beginning to heal.......2006-07-06
An excellent book for survivors who are starting to deal with the effects of childhood sexual abbuse.
A perfect prelude to the comprehensive extension "the courage to heal"
Much Needed.......2005-02-03
Like their other book, "Courage To Heal", this book is a must read for those in the abused community. It will help you to understand so much of what goes on inside the minds of those that have been abused. A Book that should be read by everyone, abused or not. Prevalant information and help, as well as inspirational.
other good reads are: Courage To Heal and Nightmares Echo
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Beginning to Heal: A First Book for Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse
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For all women just beginning to heal from child sexual abuse, an introduction to the healing process based on the groundbreaking and national bestselling classic The Courage to Heal.
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Well Written.......2004-02-13
As far as books go I would have to say that this book, ranks up there as one of the best I have read. Extrememly well written. The author does an excellent job of pulling the reader in and making them understand. This book is in the same type of genre as two other books I have read that I find to be equally as good. Nightmares Echo and Courage to Heal. Each is excellent in its own right.
begining to heal.....a definite winner.......2000-10-17
i found the book, beginning to heal to be a definite winner....especially when a friend of mine asked for more information about child sexual abuse....and i knew that the larger book...the courage to heal...would be extremely overwhelming.....
it gave my friend enough information to realize that she had been doing all the right things for me....believing...listening....supporting...and the section for friends/family, etc....helped her out too...to know when to take time for herself...and how to do it without jepordizing our friendship.....i recommend this book to anyone who wants to know just a little about child sexual abuse.....but isn't prepared to read a huge book....*though courage to heal is a faboulus book...just can be intimdidating unless you are ready to confront it....*
Small but So Supportive ..........2000-07-24
This title is small but packs alot of support and positive words toward the abuse victim. Chapter topics include HEALING IS POSSIBLE, THE DECISION TO HEAL, UNDERSTANDING THAT IT WASN"T YOUR FAULT, THE CHILD WITHIN and more. All written with an under tone of support. There are also several stories of abuse told from the surviving victims view. The title is filled with insight and support and is best described as an excellent beginning point for those looking to heal. A very sensitive and difficult subject that is well addressed.
excellent first book for survivors.......2000-04-03
As a therapist working with a population of young adults, I frequently see young people who are just beginning to deal with the impact of childhood sexual abuse on their lives. I have been looking for something to help introduce and give some preparation to clients who are needing to begin this difficult work. I love the book the Courage to Heal, but have at times felt it's very size was a bit overwhelming for individuals who were asking for just some glimpse of what it might mean to start to confront their history of abuse. This book fits the bill and I am so grateful for having found it. The book is compact and thus, not so intimidating. It distills out some of the most important information found in the original Courage to Heal. Especially valuable are the sections on identifying sexually abusive behaviors, managing feelings of panic and dealing with the process of remembering.
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This digital document is an article from Skin & Allergy News, published by International Medical News Group on November 1, 2002. The length of the article is 1570 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Title: Artificial skin just beginning to grow. (Now Infiltrating Dermatology).
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From the author: Dermatology emerged as a distinct medical specialty in the mid-1800s. The background that led to this development, and the contributions made to the specialty by pioneering physicians in England, France, the German-speaking countries, and the United States are discussed.
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Beginnings.(From the Editor): An article from: Nursing Education Perspectives
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Korea's favorite food, kim chee is a side dish made by pickling vegetables such as radishes, cabbage, and cucumbers in salt, mixing in seasonings, and allowing the mixture to mature. But kim chee means much more to a Korean. Expressing the very essence of Korean cosmology, it follows a basic code of five colors (green, red, white, black, and yellow) and flavors (salty, spicy, sour, sweet, and bitter) which in turn symbolizes universal directions, actions, and seasonal changes. Rooted in the theory of Yin and Yang, this fermented food is known as an appetite stimulant, as well as for its high vitamin C content and beneficial lactic acid microorganisms. The Kim Chee Cookingbook catalogs 90 recipes for all occasions, from traditional whole cabbage kim chee to gourmet stuffed crab shell kim chee. It also places kim chee in its historical, cultural, and scientific contexts. Illustrated with over 110 sumptuous photographs, it is a fascinating and comprehensive look into Korean cuisine and culture.
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Incomplete.......2007-01-30
Doesn't tell you how to make kimchi from start to finish. Doesn't fully explain fermentation process among other things. Sizes are ridiculous. Why would I use five pounds of cabbage?
falls short.......2006-09-08
I must agree with the other reviews. The photographs in this book are gorgeous, but the recipes fall short and miss vital steps. For example, none of the recipes call for the initial no-refrigeration period so that the kimchis can properly ferment. I now find myself very frustrated that I have been missing this step for so long, due to this book's shortcomings.
I suggest instead The Book of Kimchi which also features wonderful photos, somewhat clearer instructions, and in some cases step-by-step photos which are so important for the first-timer.
Pros & Cons.......2006-07-25
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Well, first of all.. This book is really beautiful. The pictures are wonderful & some of the recipes are good.. I love kimchi myself, I have also lived in South Korea, was married to a Korean man & have been making kimchi for quite a while... As I've gone through this book, looking for recipes, I've noticed that in some recipes it doesn't really give you a proper amount of ingredients. It says that the amounts of pepper & stuff err on the side of generous, but, for 6 lb of cabbage, 1/4 tsp of dry chili flakes and 1 tsp of finely ground red pepper powder definitely isn't what I'd consider generous.. More like skimpy.
The fermentation length on a lot of the recipes is also not right... And this book often calls for ingredients that you either have to make or are rare to buy, but doesn't tell you that. It's very strange in that respect.
Would I recommend the book?.. Yes, because it has some very good recipes & gives you a good idea of what you need to make various kinds of kimchi, but, I'd suggest that you play with the amounts of stuff for yourself & see what you like & what you don't like & you can look around on the net & get a lot of kimchi recipes. Add more of what you like & take away what you don't like. You don't have to have 6 lb of cabbage or peppers... Just buy enough to try it out, put in what you think would taste good & check to see how it tastes as you go along. Invent your own recipes & make kimchi that suits your own taste. That's what I do & no Korean has ever complained about any food that I've made. They all give a lot of compliments & say I could open a restaurant. :D
If you want some truly spicy kimchi, try the recipe in this book for the green chili pickles... p'ut kochu chorim.. that's my favorite kind of kimchi. :D
Anyway.. It's a pretty book & gives you the ingredients to make your own kimchi, but, if you're just making something for yourself, you may not need 5 or 6 pounds of it. Especially if you don't even know if you're going to like it or not. So play around with it & have fun. :D It's a nice conversational piece also... And would make a nice edition to your collection of cook books.
All the Best,
~ Candy
Colorful but confusing.......2006-05-20
This is a great book if you're researching kimchee but not if you're actually trying to make it.
While the background information is stimulating and the pictures make my mouth salivate, I found a lot of the recipes to be confusing...often with steps missing or so vague as to have you scratching your head in confusion. For example, on one recipe, it says to drain and rinse some turnips. Then it asks you to soak some herbs in the brine. But is it talking about the drained brine (which you were not told to reserve) or the brine you are to then put the turnips in (which you haven't been prompted to make yet). Then there's all of these steps to wrap the kimchee up in a certain order with radish facing this way and cabbage facing that...all tied together with an onion bow. No joke. Waaay too confusing to learn through just a book and a picture of the finished product. Also, this book sticks to some pretty complex recipes or ones that require a lot of ingredients that just aren't easy to get your hands on, even at the smaller asian food marts, unless you live near a large asian community.
Excellent book!.......2001-01-09
Kim-chee is not something people will like the first time they try it. You have to get your tastebuds used to the flavour. And once you learn how to appreciate this delicacy, you'll get hook on it. This is book contains excellent recipies for making kim-chee at home. If you're into korean food or interested in trying something different and bold, here's a book you should take a look at.
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