Friedrich Nietzsche's ideas were so revolutionary and explosive that they mark the beginning of the Modern World. But who was Nietzsche? How did he come to see the world in such an extraordinary way, and why did he want to overturn and throw out everything - even God? This book looks at Nietzsche's life and the world in which he lived, so that the reader has a sense of the man and the times before taking a deep dive into some of his most groundbreaking ideas. Why did Nietzsche believe that ' '? Who is the ? What is the ? Engaging, easy to read, and nonetheless text-book accurate, this book is a thrilling ride through one of history's wildest but crystal-clear minds. If you've ever wondered, - here's your answer. " by Oliver Dixon shines light on the history and thought of Nietzsche in an accessible and unambiguous manner... is in presenting some of the big theses that Nietzsche presents in his works... of presenting three of the key themes of Nietzsche's work with both clarity and accuracy. to anyone getting into Philosophy or anyone who just wants to learn more about one of the most misunderstood figures in modern Philosophy." "There are many misunderstandings about who Nietzsche was and the nature of his ideas. In 'Who the Hell is Nietzsche' Oliver Dixon challenges the myth of Nietzsche as a 'prophet of doom' unpacking his life-affirming philosophy. Dixon reflects the richness of Nietzsche's multidisciplinary approach to philosophical problems and demonstrates the nuanced interpretations of Nietzsche in an . This helps the reader to understand why the philosopher has been cited by figures of varying political shades as a key influence, from anarchists to conservatives to fascists. In unpacking the pivotal events in Nietzsche's life in the first chapter, Dixon signals the factors that led to his philosophy that is both confrontational with 19th-century German society whilst at the same time very much being a product of it. , Dixon also looks to the present and . As well as reminding us to think more critically about how our value systems are constructed, Nietzsche promotes a scepticism towards the notion of absolute truth and the ideas that there is one morality and only one path to living a fulfilled life. If you're looking to understand who Nietzsche was, the prime elements of his philosophy, and what he might have to say about our current predicament, then