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The Will to Power
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The Will to Power
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1901575
Book • Nonfiction
1901
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Will to Power by Friedrich Nietzsche, edited by Walter Kaufmann and translated by R.J. Hollingdale, is a collection of Nietzsche's notes organized into thematic sections that explore his philosophical ideas, including his critiques of Christianity, the concept of the "will to power," and the theory of "eternal recurrence." The text delves into Nietzsche's concerns with nihilism and how to affirm life amid the decline of traditional values. Sensitive topics include discussions on Christianity, moral values, and suffering.
Challenging
Contemplative
Dark
Mysterious
Inspirational
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Walter Kaufmann and R.J. Hollingdale's edition of Nietzsche's The Will to Power is widely praised for its rigorous scholarship and insightful translations. While some critics find its assembly of Nietzsche's notes debatable in coherence and intention, the work's philosophical depth and editorial diligence stand out. This edition serves both seasoned scholars and new readers well.
Who Should Read The Will to Power?
Readers fascinated by existential philosophy, psychological analysis, and critiques of traditional morality will enjoy The Will to Power by Friedrich Nietzsche. Comparable to works like Sartre's Being and Nothingness and Camus' The Myth of Sisyphus, this book delves into the depths of the human will and power dynamics.
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Elisabeth Förster-Nietzsche
Elisabeth Förster-Nietzsche
Nietzsche’s sister who compiled his late unpublished notes into The Will to Power. Her association with the Nazi Party influenced the initial reception of Nietzsche's work.
Arthur Schopenhauer
Arthur Schopenhauer
A German philosopher whose ideas about the nature of existence and suffering influenced Nietzsche's thinking. He is known for advocating a life of passive asceticism, which Nietzsche ultimately critiques and counters in his own philosophy.
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Book • Nonfiction
1901
Adult
18+ years
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