Twilight of the Idols by Friedrich Nietzsche (English) Paperback Book

Description: Twilight of the Idols by Friedrich Nietzsche A "grand declaration of war," this 1888 polemic examines what we worship and why. Intended by Nietzsche as an introduction to his philosophy, it assails "idols" of Western philosophy and culture. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Nietzsches "grand declaration of war," Twilight of the Idols was written while the philosopher was at the peak of his powers. Blazing with provocative, inflammatory rhetoric, this 1888 polemic examines what we worship and why. Intended by the author as a general introduction to his philosophy, it assails the "idols" of Western philosophy and culture, including Socratic rationality and Christian morality. AUTHOR: German philosopher Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche (1844–1900) ranks among the most influential of modern thinkers. His explorations of the motives underlying Western philosophy, religion, and morality have exercised a profound effect on generations of writers, theologians, philosophers, and psychologists. Although Nietzsche was strongly opposed to nationalism and anti-Semitism, his works were appropriated by Fascists to support the very concepts he deplored. Author Biography German philosopher Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche (1844-1900) ranks among the most influential of modern thinkers. His explorations of the motives underlying Western philosophy, religion, and morality have exercised a profound effect on generations of writers, theologians, philosophers, and psychologists. Although Nietzsche was strongly opposed to nationalism and anti-Semitism, his works were appropriated by Fascists to support the very concepts he deplored. Long Description "Nietzsches ""grand declaration of war,"" Twilight of the Idols was written while the philosopher was at the peak of his powers. Blazing with provocative, inflammatory rhetoric, this 1888 polemic examines what we worship and why. Intended by the author as a general introduction to his philosophy, it assails the ""idols"" of Western philosophy and culture, including Socratic rationality and Christian morality." Details ISBN0486831671 Author Friedrich Nietzsche Pages 64 Publisher Dover Publications Inc. Year 2019 ISBN-10 0486831671 ISBN-13 9780486831671 Format Paperback Imprint Dover Publications Inc. Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DEWEY 193 Language English UK Release Date 2019-09-30 Publication Date 2019-09-30 AU Release Date 2019-09-30 NZ Release Date 2019-09-30 US Release Date 2019-09-30 Series Thrift Editions Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:126066293;

Price: 10.54 AUD

Location: Melbourne

End Time: 2024-11-29T02:18:54.000Z

Shipping Cost: 0 AUD