Thus Spoke Zarathustra, Beyond Good and Evil, Hellenism & Pessimism

Thus Spoke Zarathustra, Beyond Good and Evil, Hellenism & Pessimism

by Friedrich Nietzsche
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Publication Date: 16/01/2024

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In "Thus Spoke Zarathustra, Beyond Good and Evil, Hellenism & Pessimism," Friedrich Nietzsche presents a complex exploration of morality, truth, and existence through a unique literary style that blends philosophical discourse with poetic allegory. In these works, Nietzsche critiques established moral frameworks, advocating for a re-evaluation of values that transcends traditional dichotomies of good and evil. His use of the character Zarathustra serves as a vehicle for expressing the √úbermensch ideal, while the essays in "Beyond Good and Evil" confront prevailing dogmas, urging readers to embrace a more nuanced perspective on morality rooted in individual experience and strength. The text reflects Nietzsche's deep engagement with the philosophical currents of his time, including the influence of Hellenistic thought, as he grapples with the implications of nihilism and pessimism in the modern era. Friedrich Nietzsche, a pivotal figure in 19th-century philosophy, was profoundly influenced by his background as a classical philologist and his encounters with the emerging existentialist movement. His personal struggles with health and society's moral constraints often informed his writings, leading him to challenge conventional wisdom and advocate for radical self-overcoming. Notably, Nietzsche was concerned with how the decline of traditional religious beliefs left a void in values, motivating his call for a new philosophy that embraces life-affirmation. Readers seeking to delve into the intricacies of human existence and moral philosophy will find "Thus Spoke Zarathustra, Beyond Good and Evil, Hellenism & Pessimism" an indispensable resource. Nietzsche's provocative ideas challenge us to question our assumptions and reclaim our agency in determining values. This collection serves as an essential starting point for anyone interested in the depths of existential thought and the enduring quest for meaning.

ISBN:
8596547812296
8596547812296
Category:
Phenomenology & Existentialism
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
16-01-2024
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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