What Nietzsche Taught

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Wright, Willard Huntington, 1888-1939

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"What Nietzsche Taught" by Willard Huntington Wright is an introductory philosophical exploration written in the early 20th century. The work examines the teachings of Friedrich Nietzsche, delving into his impactful thoughts on ethics, morality, and individualism, and aims to clarify misconceptions surrounding his philosophy. The book provides a chronological overview of Nietzsche's evolution as a thinker, making it accessible for beginners who are looking to grasp the essence of his ideas. The opening of the text presents a biographical sketch of Nietzsche, tracing his roots, upbringing, and educational journey. It describes how his early experiences in a religious household shaped his initial worldview, and reveals the pivotal moments that triggered his philosophical development, including his critical engagement with ideas of religion and his eventual embrace of individualistic thought. It sets the stage for understanding Nietzsche's revolutionary concepts, such as the "will to power," and emphasizes the need for readers to engage with the entirety of his work to fully appreciate the depth of his philosophy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature (online soon in an extended version, also linking to free sources for education worldwide ... MOOC's, educational materials,...) Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 55.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2016-11-28