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Book Synopsis: Friedrich Nietzsche's Beyond Good and Evil is translated from the German by R.J. Hollingdale with an introduction by Michael Tanner in Penguin Classics. Beyond Good and Evil confirmed Nietzsche's position as the towering European philosopher of his age. The work dramatically rejects the tradition of Western thought with its notions of truth and God, good and evil. Nietzsche demonstrates that the Christian world is steeped in a false piety and infected with a 'slave morality'. With wit and energy, he turns from this critique to a philosophy that celebrates the present and demands that the individual imposes their own 'will to power' upon the world. This edition includes a commentary on the text by the translator and Michael Tanner's introduction, which explains some of the more abstract passages in Beyond Good and Evil.
Frederich Nietzsche (1844-1900) became the chair of classical philology at Basel University at the age of 24 until his bad health forced him to retire in 1879. He divorced himself from society until his final collapse in 1899 when he became insane. A powerfully original thinker, Nietzsche's influence on subsequent writers, such as George Bernard Shaw, D.H. Lawrence, Thomas Mann and Jean-Paul Sartre, was considerable. If you enjoyed Beyond Good and Evil you might like Nietzsche's Thus Spoke Zarathustra, also available in Penguin Classics.
'One of the greatest books of a very great thinker' Michael Tanner
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Looking for a book that will challenge your beliefs and ignite your philosophical thinking? Look no further than Friedrich Nietzsche's Beyond Good and Evil. As a Penguin Classics edition, this translated masterpiece is carefully crafted to deliver an unforgettable reading experience. With an introduction by Michael Tanner, this edition provides key insights that enhance your understanding of Nietzsche's groundbreaking ideas.
Beyond Good and Evil revolutionizes Western thought by daringly rejecting conventional notions of truth, God, good, and evil. Nietzsche fearlessly exposes the false piety that permeates the Christian world and unveils the flaws of the prevalent 'slave morality'. With sharp wit and boundless energy, he urges individuals to celebrate the here and now and assert their own 'will to power' in shaping the world.
This edition goes beyond just the text itself. Accompanied by a commentary from the translator, readers gain a deeper appreciation of Nietzsche's intricate ideas. Michael Tanner's introduction provides clarity on the book's more abstract passages, ensuring you can fully grasp the profound concepts presented in Beyond Good and Evil.
Friedrich Nietzsche, a true genius ahead of his time, left an indelible mark on literature and philosophy. His innovative ideas influenced renowned writers like George Bernard Shaw, D.H. Lawrence, Thomas Mann, and Jean-Paul Sartre. The impact of Beyond Good and Evil is indisputable, making it one of the greatest works by a true intellectual visionary.
If you have been captivated by Beyond Good and Evil, we recommend you explore Nietzsche's Thus Spoke Zarathustra. Also available in Penguin Classics, this powerful book will continue to challenge and inspire you.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your intellectual horizons. Get your hands on Nietzsche's Beyond Good and Evil today and witness the brilliance of a philosopher who defied convention and reshaped Western thought.
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