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The Birth of Tragedy: Hellenism and Pessimism

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"The Birth of Tragedy: Hellenism and Pessimism" is Friedrich Nietzsche's first major work, where he introduces his influential ideas on aesthetics and culture through an examination of Greek tragedy. Nietzsche contrasts the Apollonian virtues of order and reason with the Dionysian elements of chaos and passion, arguing that the balance between these forces led to the creation of the greatest art forms. He laments the decline of these ideals in modern culture, advocating for a rebirth of tragic art to restore vitality and meaning to contemporary life. This seminal text offers a profound insight into Nietzsche's philosophy, exploring the potential of tragedy to reconcile the human spirit with the sufferings of existence.

© 2023 Interactive Media (Audiobook): 9781787366350
© 2019 Interactive Media (Ebook): 9781787360587

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Audiobook: 21 March 2023
Ebook: 23 September 2019

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