Birthdate: December 18, 1899
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Tromsø, Norway
Died: October 12, 1990
Peter Wessel Zapffe was a skilled professional with expertise in philosophy, literature, art, law, and mountaineering. He is recognized for his pessimistic philosophical views on human existence, inspired by Arthur Schopenhauer. Zapffe championed antinatalism and is famous for his essay “The Last Messiah” and philosophical work “On the Tragic.” Through his writings, he critically examined human life’s perceived shortcomings, presenting a distinctive and stimulating take on the human experience.
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