| Author |
Nietzsche, Friedrich Wilhelm, 1844-1900 |
| Title |
Menschliches, Allzumenschliches: Ein Buch Fuer Freie Geister
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Menschliches, Allzumenschliches: Ein Buch für freie Geister" by Friedrich Nietzsche is a philosophical work written in the late 19th century. This text serves as a critical examination of morality, culture, and the evolution of human thought, inviting readers to challenge conventional beliefs and explore the underlying principles of human behavior. Nietzsche's exploration is geared towards those who dare to think freely and question established norms. The opening of the book begins with Nietzsche reflecting on his philosophical journey and the value of pursuing truth through rational inquiry. He mentions the various preoccupations that humans engage in and considers that the best use of one's life is to cultivate reason and search for truth, revealing that he finds joy in the revelations that come from this pursuit. Nietzsche describes a painful yet liberating process of breaking away from established moral beliefs and highlights the significance of self-discovery and the quest for knowledge as essential components of becoming a "free spirit." Through this lens, he emphasizes the dichotomy between traditional values and the necessity of questioning and redefining them, setting the stage for a broader philosophical discussion throughout the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
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| Subject |
Human beings
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| Subject |
Philosophy, German
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7207 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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