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The Joyous Science (Readings Classics)
[Paperback - 2023]
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Publisher: Readings | ISBN: 9786275100478 | Pages: 218
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The Joyous Science is a philosophical symphony that explores the multifaceted nature of existence. It was composed between 1881 and 1882. Unveiling the iconic concept of the eternal recurrence, Nietzsche s musical prose resonates with intellectual vigour. He delves into the dichotomy of joy and despair, challenging conventional wisdom and religious dogma. Through aphorisms and reflections, The Joyous Science weaves a tapestry of ideas, inviting readers to embrace life s uncertainties with a resounding affirmation. Nietzsche s lyrical exploration of human experience, morality, and the pursuit of knowledge marks this work as a cornerstone in his oeuvre, influencing generations of philosophical inquiry.

Friedrich Nietzsche was a German philosopher and a cultural critic. He was born on October 15, 1844, in Rocken, Saxony, Kingdom of Prussia. His works criticise the traditional European morality, religious values as well as conventional philosophical ideas associated with modernity. He is often seen as a predecessor to late modern thinkers like Marx and Freud, because of his psychological analyses of false consciousness. He proposed many original theories positing an alternative morality and ideas which would bring forth a cultural renewal. His notable works include The Birth of Tragedy out of the Spirit of Music (1872), The Gay Science (1882), Thus Spoke Zarathustra (1883-5), Beyond Good and Evil (1886), On the Genealogy of Morality (1887), Twilight of the Idols (1888) and The Wagner Case (1888). In 1889, Nietzsche suffered a mental breakdown. Eleven years later, he died on August 25, 1900, in Weimar, German Empire.

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