The Art of Literature Audiobook (Free)

Arthur Schopenhauer’s The Art of Books is a lively, illuminating and brutally honest assortment of essays on literary style and values, writers and critics, and the type of genius. The volume is made up of eight chapters: On Authorship, On Style, On the analysis of Latin, On Guys of Learning, On Thinking for Oneself, On Criticism, On Status and On Genius. Schopenhauer advises seclusion and self-employed idea, criticises Pliny’s reading habits, and explains the pitfalls of certain schools of thought and even virtues like modesty. His thought-provoking quarrels, caustic wit and available style make this essential for any aspiring writer.