Thus Spoke Zarathustra

Name: Thus Spoke Zarathustra
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By Friedrich Nietzsche

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Thus Spoke Zarathustra by Friedrich Nietzsche is a philosophical novel following the protagonist, Zarathustra, who descends from his mountain retreat to share his insights with humanity. The book explores themes such as the death of God, the Übermensch, and the eternal recurrence, challenging conventional morality and urging humanity towards self-overcoming and individual greatness.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring deep philosophical ideas, reflections on morality, and the concept of the Übermensch through poetic and allegorical storytelling.

Thus Spoke Zarathustra

Describes how the ancient Persian prophet Zarathustra descends from his solitude in the mountains to tell the world that God is dead and that the Superman, the human embodiment of divinity, is his successor. This title argues that the meaning of existence is not to be found in religious pieties or meek submission, but in a powerful life force.

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Thus Spoke Zarathustra by Friedrich Nietzsche is a profound exploration of philosophical thoughts, conveyed through the allegorical journey of its protagonist, Zarathustra. It follows Zarathustra's descent from his mountain hermitage to share his wisdom with humanity, articulating revolutionary ideas about the human condition, morality, and the potential for human greatness. Through a series of discourses and parables, Zarathustra encounters various characters, engaging in deep philosophical musings and challenging conventional beliefs. The narrative unfolds in four parts, each delving deeper into Nietzsche's vision of the transformation of the human spirit.

No modern philosopher has been more completely misquoted and misrepresented than Friedrich Nietzsche (1844-1900). His phrase, "God is dead", his insistence that the meaning of life is to be found in purely human terms, and his doctrine of the Übermensch (or superman) and the will to power were all later seized upon and unrecognisably twisted by, among others, Nazi intellectuals. By expressing his ideas through the character of Zarathustra, Nietzsche examines the evolution of the individual and the emergence of a new man unshackled by traditional moral values.

This nuanced translation of Thus Spoke Zarathustra captures the rich and poetic nature of the original text, allowing readers to judge for themselves an original thinker whose ideas have profoundly influenced 20th-century writers such as George Bernard Shaw, Thomas Mann, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Albert Camus. Nietzsche’s work remains a timeless reflection on the potential for human transformation and the relentless pursuit of truth.

Whether you are new to Nietzsche's works or an avid reader of philosophical literature, this book offers an extraordinary journey through existential and transformative ideas that continue to resonate deeply in the modern world.

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Thus Spoke Zarathustra is often celebrated for its profound philosophical insights and poetic writing. Reviewers appreciate Nietzsche's unique exploration of existential themes and the concept of the "Übermensch." However, some find the text challenging due to its dense and esoteric nature. Many consider it a transformative and thought-provoking read.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140441185

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 February 1974

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Translated by R. J. Hollingdale

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 257g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

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. He died in 1900. R.J. Hollingdale translated 11 of Nietzsche's books and published 2 books about him.