
THUS SPOKE ZARATHUSTRA (Unabridged)
Philosophical NovelBy Friedrich NietzscheLength11h 30m
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In "Thus Spoke Zarathustra," Friedrich Nietzsche presents a philosophical allegory that journeys through the life and teachings of the prophet Zarathustra as he redefines morality, spirituality, and the essence of humanity. Written in a poetic and lyrical style reminiscent of biblical scripture, the text combines aphoristic narratives with profound philosophical insights, breaking free from traditional structures to explore themes such as the √úbermensch, eternal recurrence, and the will to power. As a pivotal work in existentialism and modern philosophy, it challenges the prevailing moral paradigms of the 19th century, propelling readers into a contemplative space where individuality, creation, and transcendence are paramount. Friedrich Nietzsche, a German philosopher and cultural critic, embodied the spirit of his time, grappling with the disillusionment of traditional values following the Enlightenment and the rise of nihilism. His experiences with mental health, personal trauma, and a tumultuous academic career fueled his quest for meaning and truth. Nietzsche's encounters with various philosophical traditions, coupled with his passion for language, are vividly manifested in this magnum opus, revealing his profound understanding of the human condition and existential inquiry. I highly recommend "Thus Spoke Zarathustra" to any reader seeking to navigate the complexities of existence, ethics, and individuality. Nietzsche's thought-provoking prose offers a rich tapestry of ideas that invite deep reflection and discussion. This unabridged edition presents the work in its entirety, ensuring that readers fully appreciate its nuanced arguments and the poetically charged style that solidifies Nietzsche's legacy as one of the most influential thinkers in Western philosophy.
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GenrePhilosophy
Length11 hrs 30 mins
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Publish dateDec 6, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction by Mrs Förster-Nietzsche. How Zarathustra Came into Being.
4540. Great Events.
2Thus Spoke Zarathustra. First Part.
4641. The Soothsayer.
3Zarathustra’s Prologue.
4742. Redemption.
4Zarathustra’s Discourses.
4843. Manly Prudence.
51. The Three Metamorphoses.
4944. The Stillest Hour.
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62. The Academic Chairs of Virtue.
50Third Part.
73. Backworldsmen.
5145. The Wanderer.
84. The Despisers of the Body.
5246. The Vision and the Enigma.
95. Joys and Passions.
5347. Involuntary Bliss.
106. The Pale Criminal.
5448. Before Sunrise.
117. Reading and Writing.
5549. The Bedwarfing Virtue.
128. The Tree on the Hill.
5650. On the Olive–Mount.
139. The Preachers of Death.
5751. On Passing–By.
1410. War and Warriors.
5852. The Apostates.
1511. The New Idol.
5953. The Return Home.
1612. The Flies in the Market–Place.
6054. The Three Evil Things.
1713. Chastity.
6155. The Spirit of Gravity.
1814. The Friend.
6256. Old and New Tables.
1915. The Thousand and One Goals.
6357. The Convalescent.
2016. Neighbour–Love.
6458. The Great Longing.
2117. The Way of the Creating One.
6559. The Second Dance–Song.
2218. Old and Young Women.
6660. The Seven Seals.
2319. The Bite of the Adder.
67Fourth and Last Part.
2420. Child and Marriage.
6861. The Honey Sacrifice.
2521. Voluntary Death.
6962. The Cry of Distress.
2622. The Bestowing Virtue.
7063. Talk with the Kings.
27Second Part.
7164. The Leech.
2823. The Child with the Mirror.
7265. The Magician.
2924. In the Happy Isles.
7366. Out of Service.
3025. The Pitiful.
7467. The Ugliest Man.
3126. The Priests.
7568. The Voluntary Beggar.
3227. The Virtuous.
7669. The Shadow.
3328. The Rabble.
7770. Noontide.
3429. The Tarantulas.
7871. The Greeting.
3530. The Famous Wise Ones.
7972. The Supper.
3631. The Night–Song.
8073. The Higher Man.
3732. The Dance–Song.
8174. The Song of Melancholy.
3833. The Grave–Song.
8275. Science.
3934. Self–Surpassing.
8376. Among Daughters of the Desert.
4035. The Sublime Ones.
8477. The Awakening.
4136. The Land of Culture.
8578. The Ass–Festival.
4237. Immaculate Perception.
8679. The Drunken Song.
4338. Scholars.
8780. The Sign.
4439. Poets.