| Author |
Nietzsche, Friedrich Wilhelm, 1844-1900 |
| Translator |
Ludovici, Anthony M. (Anthony Mario), 1882-1971 |
| Title |
Thoughts out of Season, Part I
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 43.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Untimely_Meditations
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| Contents |
David Strauss, the confessor and the writer -- Richard Wagner in Bayreuth.
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| Credits |
Holden McGroin
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| Summary |
"Thoughts Out of Season, Part I" by Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche is a philosophical work written in the late 19th century. This text serves as part of Nietzsche's critical examination of contemporary German culture and moral philosophy, especially in relation to figures like David Strauss and Richard Wagner. It delves into themes surrounding the consequences of victory and cultural complacency, questioning the true value of what is deemed 'culture' in post-war Germany. At the start of the work, Nietzsche presents his concerns about the prevailing mindset in Germany following its military success against France, arguing that a victory can lead to detrimental complacency rather than genuine cultural advancement. He critiques the applause of public opinion that glorifies superficial achievements and cautions that such triumphs can ultimately detract from the pursuit of a "genuine German culture." In this opening portion, Nietzsche asserts that the 'Culture-Philistine'—those who believe themselves to be cultured and knowledgeable—are actually hindering true cultural development. He uses Strauss as a focal point to expose the flaws in this mindset, suggesting that many Germans are more concerned with maintaining their status than engaging in meaningful intellectual and artistic endeavors. This sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of culture, art, and the responsibilities of individuals in a society that values comfort over true engagement with life's complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
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| Subject |
Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883
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| Subject |
Philosophy, German
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| Subject |
Strauss, David Friedrich, 1808-1874
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5652 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 22, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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