Thus Spake Zarathustra: A Book for All and None by Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche

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Author Nietzsche, Friedrich Wilhelm, 1844-1900
Translator Common, Thomas, 1850-1919
Uniform Title Also sprach Zarathustra. English
Title Thus Spake Zarathustra: A Book for All and None
Note Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thus_Spoke_Zarathustra
Credits Sue Asscher and David Widger
Revised by Richard Tonsing.
Summary "Thus Spake Zarathustra: A Book for All and None" by Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche is a philosophical treatise written in the late 19th century. The book follows Zarathustra, a prophet-like figure, as he descends from his mountain solitude to share his transformative ideas about humanity and existence. Nietzsche explores themes such as the Übermensch (Superman), the will to power, and the rejection of traditional moral values. At the start of the book, Zarathustra, having spent ten years in solitude, resolves to bestow his wisdom upon humanity. He expresses his weariness and desire to share his insight with people, likening himself to the sun that gives light to the world. His initial interactions, however, reveal a disconnect between him and the people he wishes to enlighten. Zarathustra encounters an old saint who advises him against sharing his gifts with mankind, suggesting that people are wary of those who presume to offer wisdom. This sets the stage for Zarathustra’s struggle to articulate his vision of the Superman and confront the prevailing values of society as he navigates the misunderstandings and skepticism of those he aims to inspire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Superman (Philosophical concept)
Subject Philosophy, German
Category Text
EBook-No. 1998
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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