‘The Art of Controversy, ‘ a notable work by Arthur Schopenhauer, explores the strategies and tactics employed in debates and discussions. Written around 1830-31, during Schopenhauer's final period in Berlin, this treatise, also known as ‘The Art of Being Right, ‘ was not published during his lifetime. Its first publication occurred in 1864 under the title ‘Eristik, ‘ by Julius Frauenstadt. The definitive edition, however, is attributed to Arthur Hübscher, who included it in a compilation of Schopenhauer's unpublished letters.
This work is indispensable for anyone looking to engage effectively in debates. While identifying errors in others' arguments is valuable, recognizing flaws in our own discourse is crucial for continuous intellectual growth. ‘The Art of Controversy’ serves as a guide to ‘intellectual fencing, ‘ emphasizing that rhetorical skill and strategic thinking are as important as the underlying truth in any debate.
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Arthur Schopenhauer (Gdansk, 22 de febrero de 1788 – Fráncfort del Meno, Reino de Prusia, 21 de septiembre de 1860) fue un filósofo alemán, de nacionalidad prusiana, considerado uno de los pensadores más brillantes del siglo XIX y una figura clave en la filosofía occidental. Schopenhauer participó en varios movimientos filosóficos, incluyendo el pesimismo, el voluntarismo, el nihilismo, el ateísmo y el antinatalismo. Fue autor de obras notables como ‘El mundo como voluntad y representación’ y ‘Parerga y paralipómena’.
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