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In this video, we explore the life and philosophy of Peter Wessel Zapffe—one of the most the pessimistic philosophers in history. Zapffe's work brings our consciousness into question. Is it a good or bad thing to be as aware of existence as we are? What are the consequences? What must we endure?
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