Kaufmann, Walter
Nietzsche: Philosopher, Psychologist, Antichrist (Princeton Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691160269
- author:
- Kaufmann, Walter
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 560
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14.1 x 3.7 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, 1901 Onwards,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Walter Kaufmann's definitive biography of Friedrich Nietzsche presents a nuanced and balanced account of his life and philosophy. In the aftermath of World War II, many scholars viewed Nietzsche as a complex figure whose ideas were often misunderstood or misrepresented. Kaufmann set out to rehabilitate Nietzsche's reputation by examining his works in context and exploring their significance within Western philosophical tradition. Kaufmann's biography offers a thoughtful exploration of Nietzsche's thought, including his concepts of the "will to power" and its relationship to modern psychology. The author also considers the ways in which Nietzsche's ideas have been misused or distorted over time, and presents a compelling case for understanding his philosophy as a response to Christianity. This Princeton Classics edition features a new foreword by Alexander Nehamas, introducing Kaufmann's influential work to a new generation of readers.
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