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Set against the backdrop of George W. Bush's re-election and Alan Meister's lymphoma diagnosis, the narrative intertwines personal struggle with philosophical exploration. As Alan undergoes chemotherapy, he embarks on writing "The Health of a Sick Man," positing that Nietzsche's philosophy reflects his own battles with health and relationships. Through the lens of Nietzsche as a companion, Alan navigates his illness, finding solace and connection in the philosopher's insights, which serve as a reminder of life's enduring pulse amidst adversity.
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Undying, Todd Gitlin
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- Released
- 2011
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- Title
- Undying
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Todd Gitlin
- Publisher
- Penguin Random House LLC
- Released
- 2011
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 266
- ISBN13
- 9781582436463
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of George W. Bush's re-election and Alan Meister's lymphoma diagnosis, the narrative intertwines personal struggle with philosophical exploration. As Alan undergoes chemotherapy, he embarks on writing "The Health of a Sick Man," positing that Nietzsche's philosophy reflects his own battles with health and relationships. Through the lens of Nietzsche as a companion, Alan navigates his illness, finding solace and connection in the philosopher's insights, which serve as a reminder of life's enduring pulse amidst adversity.