The World as Will and Idea: Volume 1 Audiobook
The World as Will and Idea: Volume 1 is an unabridged audiobook of Arthur Schopenhauer’s major philosophical work, narrated by Leighton Pugh. The listing describes a classic R. B. Haldane translation with literary and philosophical references presented in English.
At a glance
- Presents Volume 1 of Schopenhauer’s work as an unabridged audiobook.
- The listing identifies the translation as the classic rendering by R. B. Haldane.
- The description says literary and philosophical references in the text and footnotes are given in English.
Pros and cons
Pros
- A substantial 20-hour-and-26-minute unabridged presentation for listeners seeking the full work.
- A named narrator and a described translation make the edition easier to identify.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Programme type | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 20 hours and 26 minutes |
| Author | Arthur Schopenhauer |
| Narrator | Leighton Pugh |
| Language | German |
| Publisher | Ukemi Audiobooks from W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Publication date | 6 Feb. 2017 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners exploring 19th-century European philosophy and Schopenhauer’s account of perception, desire and suffering.
- Audiobook listeners comfortable with a lengthy, challenging philosophical text.
Less suited to
- Buyers looking for a printed or ebook edition rather than an audiobook.
- Listeners seeking a concise introduction or abridged treatment.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The aggregate rating is 3.4 out of 5 from 4 ratings, with a split distribution: 47% five-star, 28% three-star and 25% one-star ratings. This small, divided sample offers limited guidance about narration or translation; prospective listeners may find the listed narrator, unabridged format and long listening time more useful for judging fit.
Frequently asked questions
Is this an unabridged audiobook?
Yes. The listing identifies the version as unabridged and gives a listening length of 20 hours and 26 minutes.
Who narrates this edition?
The listed narrator is Leighton Pugh.
What language is listed?
The product details list German. The description separately says that literary and philosophical references in the text and footnotes are given in English.
