Title: An introduction to Nietzsche as political thinker
First published: 1994
Description: This is a lively and engaging introduction to the contentious topic of Nietzsche's political thought. It traces the development of Nietzsche's thinking on politics from his earliest writings to the mature work in which he advocates aristocratic radicalism as opposed to 'petty' European nationalism. The key ideas of the will to power, eternal return and the overman are discussed and all Nietzsche's major works analysed in detail, such as Beyond Good and Evil and The Genealogy of Morals, within the context of the concerns of modern political theory. The book concludes with an assessment of Nietzsche's enduring relevance and of the insights afforded by contemporary liberal and feminist readings. This textbook will be essential for all students of Nietzsche and of the history of political ideas. It includes a chronology of Nietzsche's life and works and a guide to further reading.
Subjects: Political and social views, Nihilism, Nietzsche, friedrich wilhelm, 1844-1900, Philosophical positions & movements - general & miscellaneous, Modern philosophy - general & miscellaneous, 19th century german philosophy, Political philosophy, Political science, Contributions in political science
People: Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche (1844-1900)
LC classification: JC233.N52 A56 1994