THUS SPOKE ZARATHUSTRA - A Book for All and None (World Classics Series)

THUS SPOKE ZARATHUSTRA - A Book for All and None (World Classics Series)

by Friedrich Nietzsche
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 13/01/2024

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In "Thus Spoke Zarathustra: A Book for All and None," Friedrich Nietzsche presents a philosophical narrative that intertwines poetic language with profound existential inquiry. Written in a unique literary style that blurs the lines between prose and poetry, the text invites readers into the mind of Zarathustra, a prophet who espouses radical ideas about morality, individuality, and the concept of the √úbermensch (Overman). This work emerged during the late 19th century, a time marked by intellectual upheaval, as Nietzsche sought to challenge traditional values and invite a reevaluation of the human condition in a post-religious world. Friedrich Nietzsche (1844-1900) was a German philosopher, cultural critic, and poet whose thoughts have profoundly influenced Western philosophy. His background in classical studies and his radical departure from established moral frameworks led him to craft this enigmatic narrative, often viewed as a culmination of his mature thought. Nietzsche'Äôs struggles with health and his ultimate descent into madness further colored his explorations of power, will, and the often painful quest for authenticity and meaning. Readers fascinated by the interplay of philosophy and literature will find "Thus Spoke Zarathustra" both challenging and enlightening. Nietzsche's call to transcend societal norms and embrace the complexities of existence resonates deeply, making this text essential for anyone seeking to explore the depths of human thought and potential.

ISBN:
8596547809302
8596547809302
Category:
Phenomenology & Existentialism
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
13-01-2024
Language:
English
Publisher:
GoodPress
Friedrich Nietzsche

The philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche was born in Prussia in 1844. After the death of his father, a Lutheran minister, Nietzsche was raised from the age of five by his mother in a household of women. In 1869 he was appointed Professor of Classical Philology at the University of Basel, where he taught until 1879 when poor health forced him to retire. He never recovered from a nervous breakdown in 1889 and died eleven years later.

Known for saying that 'god is dead,' Nietzsche propounded his metaphysical construct of the superiority of the disciplined individual (superman) living in the present over traditional values derived from Christianity and its emphasis on heavenly rewards. His ideas were appropriated by the Fascists, who turned his theories into social realities that he had never intended.

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