Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche was a German classical philologist and philosopher. Nietzsche, who also created poems and musical compositions as a side work, broke with his idiosyncratic style and could hardly be assigned to a classical discipline. He is considered by some to be the founder of a new philosophical school, the philosophy of life. He was initially a Prussian citizen, but when he moved to Basel in Switzerland in 1869, he became stateless at his own request.
The collection encompasses the complete works of Friedrich Nietzsche, showcasing his philosophical insights across various themes. Readers will explore key texts such as "Thus Spoke Zarathustra" and "Beyond Good and Evil," which delve into morality, existence, and the nature of truth. Nietzsche's provocative ideas challenge conventional beliefs, making this anthology essential for understanding his impact on philosophy and culture. Each novel reflects his unique perspective on human experience, art, and the complexities of morality.
Exploring profound themes in philosophy, psychology, and religion, this classic work has been significant throughout history. The modern edition has been meticulously reformatted and redesigned to enhance readability, ensuring that its insights remain accessible to contemporary and future readers. This preservation effort emphasizes the book's enduring importance and relevance in discussions of human thought and experience.
This comprehensive collection brings together the complete works of Friedrich Nietzsche, one of the most influential philosophical thinkers of the 19th century. Translated by Oscar Ludwig Levy, the first authorized English translator of Nietzsche's work, this edition includes all of Nietzsche's major works, from Thus Spoke Zarathustra to the Genealogy of Morals. With its insightful analysis of human nature, morality, and society, this collection is essential reading for anyone interested in philosophy or intellectual history.
Challenging conventional morality, Friedrich Nietzsche's work delves into the subjective nature of values imposed by societal powers. He promotes a philosophy that transcends the binary of good and evil, emphasizing the individual's will to power and the creation of personal values. Nietzsche's distinctive writing style and provocative concepts make this a significant read for those exploring philosophy, psychology, and human existence. Its enduring relevance continues to inspire and provoke thought among readers today.
Friedrich Nietzsche's exploration of human nature and morality delves into the concept of power and advocates for a radical reconfiguration of values. He critiques traditional moral systems, promoting individuality, strength, and self-overcoming. Through this work, Nietzsche challenges readers to confront their ingrained beliefs and societal norms, inviting a profound reconsideration of power, morality, and the human condition. This volume showcases Nietzsche's intellectual depth and his significant influence on modern philosophical thought.
Exploring the distinction between slave morality and master morality, this book delves into the philosophical implications of these concepts. It examines how these moral frameworks influence human behavior, societal structures, and individual values. Through a critical analysis, the text encourages readers to reflect on their own beliefs and the underlying motivations that shape them, ultimately inviting a deeper understanding of morality's role in human life.
Exploring profound philosophical ideas, this classic work delves into Nietzsche's critique of contemporary culture and morality. It presents his thoughts on art, religion, and the nature of existence, challenging conventional beliefs and encouraging readers to embrace individualism and self-examination. Through a series of essays, Nietzsche confronts societal norms and advocates for a reevaluation of values, making it a significant contribution to existential and modern philosophy.
Nietzsche critiques traditional philosophers for their uncritical acceptance of dogmatic moral premises, arguing that they mistakenly view good and evil as opposites rather than different expressions of the same impulses. He advocates for a departure from conventional morality, promoting an affirmative approach that embraces the subjective nature of knowledge and the challenges faced by modern individuals. This work encourages readers to confront and rethink established moral frameworks, moving towards a more nuanced understanding of human behavior and ethics.
This 6th volume in the acclaimed series The Complete Works of Friedrich Nietzsche presents a new translation of one of the philosopher's most familiar and beloved works, The Joyful Science, and the first English translations of the Idylls from Messina and his unpublished notebooks of 1881-1882.
This volume provides the first English translation of Nietzsche's unpublished notes from late 1879 to early 1881, the period in which he authored Dawn, the second book in the trilogy that began with Human, All Too Human and concluded with The Joyful Science. In these fragments, we see Nietzsche developing the conceptual triad of morals, customs, and ethics, which undergirds his critique of morality as the reification into law or dogma of conceptions of good and evil. Here, Nietzsche assesses Christianity's role in the determination of moral values as the highest values and of redemption as the representation of humanity's highest aspirations. These notes show the resulting tension between Nietzsche's contrasting thoughts on modernity, which he critiques as an unrecognized aftereffect of the Christian worldview, but also views as the springboard to "the dawn" of a transformed humanity and culture. The fragments further allow readers insight into Nietzsche's continuous internal debate with exemplary figures in his own life and culture--Napoleon, Schopenhauer, and Wagner--who represented challenges to hitherto existing morals and culture--challenges that remained exemplary for Nietzsche precisely in their failure. Presented in Nietzsche's aphoristic style, Dawn is a book that must be read between the lines, and these fragments are an essential aid to students and scholars seeking to probe this work and its partners.