The Will To Power by Friedrich Nietzsche
An Attempted Transvaluation of All Values
The book in question is a posthumously published collection of notes and fragments that explores the author's ideas on the driving force of human ambition and achievement, which he terms as the "will to power." It delves into various subjects such as art, science, morality, and the nature of truth, offering a critique of traditional values and a reevaluation of existence. The work is a cornerstone of the author's philosophy, reflecting his critical stance on religion, metaphysics, and the prevailing moral systems of his time, while advocating for a reimagining of human potential and the creation of new values.
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- Published
- 1901
- Nationality
- German
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 576
- Original Language
- German
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- Alternate Titles
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- La Voluntad De Poder
- The Will to Power
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