Friedrich Nietzsche
Philosopher
Country: Germany
Born: 1844
Died: 1900 |
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Key ideas include interpreting tragedy as an affirmation of life, an eternal recurrence, a rejection of Platonism, and a repudiation of both Christianity and egalitarianism. |
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Known as the father of nihilism. |
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Best known for 'Thus spoke Zarathustra', 'Birth of Tragedy' and 'The Gay Science'. |
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