On the Genealogy of Morals/Ecce Homo

by Friedrich Nietzsche

Description

This seminal work delves into the origins and evolution of moral values, presenting a radical re-evaluation of good and evil through Nietzsche's incisive philosophical lens. Through three meticulously argued essays, Nietzsche employs his philological expertise to trace the historical development of concepts like guilt, conscience, and asceticism, revealing their often unsettling psychological underpinnings. The collection is further enriched by *Ecce Homo*, an autobiographical work where Nietzsche offers a profound, albeit controversial, self-assessment of his life and philosophical contributions. This edition, expertly translated and annotated by Walter Kaufmann, provides essential insights into Nietzsche's most accessible yet challenging explorations of human nature and morality.

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paperback

Vintage

Published Dec 17, 1989

378 pages

ISBN: 9780679724629

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First Published

1969

Language

deu

Translation

From: deu

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