Beyond Good And Evil
Beyond Good And Evil
Friedrich Nietzsche
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Jordan Peterson
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Beyond Good And Evil

Beyond Good and Evil

Friedrich Nietzsche
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Friedrich Nietzsche
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In "Beyond Good and Evil," Friedrich Nietzsche embarks on a profound exploration of the moral fabric that binds the human condition, challenging the very foundations of centuries-old philosophical thought. With incisive wit and unapologetic frankness, Nietzsche dismantles the binary of good and evil, positing instead that the moral landscape is a human construct, shaped by the will to power and the intricate dynamics of master-slave morality. This seminal work not only overturns traditional notions of morality but also invites the reader into a realm where truth, free from the shackles of dogmatic piety, is crafted by the individual. Nietzsche's audacious critique of Western philosophy and his rejection of its cornerstone ideals—truth, God, and morality—cement his legacy as a pivotal figure in modern thought, offering a lens through which the world can be re-envisioned. Beyond its critique, Nietzsche's narrative is a celebration of the present, a call to arms for the individual to assert their own values and shape the world with their will. "Beyond Good and Evil" stands as a testament to Nietzsche's belief in the potential of human creativity and power, urging readers to question, to doubt, and ultimately, to redefine the essence of morality and truth. As much a philosophical journey as it is a cultural critique, this work transcends the confines of traditional ethics, offering a compelling vision of a world beyond the dichotomy of good and evil, where possibility and the will to power reign supreme.

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Released
1886
1 Jan
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240
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Lex Fridman mentioned this book on Instagram.
Despite this being clearly above my reading comprehension, I'm really glad I still gave it a try. - PewDiePie
Marc Andreessen recommended this book on Twitter.
Recommended on Jordan Peterson's website.
One must shed the bad taste of wanting to agree with many. "Good" is no longer good when one's neighbor mouths it. And how should there be a "common good"! The term contradicts itself: whatever can be common always has little value. In the end it must be as it is and always has been: great things remain for the great, abysses for the profound, nuances and shudders for the refined, and, in brief, all that is rare for the rare.
— Friedrich Nietzsche, Beyond Good And Evil

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