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100 1 _aNietzsche, Friedrich Wilhelm,
_d1844-1900
240 1 0 _aFröhliche Wissenschaft. English
245 1 4 _aThe Joyful Wisdom ("La Gaya Scienza")
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2016
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2016-08-23
508 _aProduced by Thierry Alberto, readbueno and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"The Joyful Wisdom" ("La Gaya Scienza") by Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche is a philosophical work written in the late 19th century. This text presents Nietzsche's exploration of themes surrounding existence, the nature of humanity, and the role of laughter and joy in the human experience. It serves as a bridge between his earlier works and the more famous "Thus Spoke Zarathustra," capturing his evolving thoughts on morality, knowledge, and the essence of life itself. The opening of "The Joyful Wisdom" sets the stage for a rich philosophical investigation into the complexities of existence. Nietzsche begins by reflecting on humanity's constant struggle for survival and meaning, arguing that even the perceived "evils" of human nature can contribute positively to the conservation of the species. He critiques established morals and values, suggesting they often serve to obscure the chaotic and instinctual aspects of human life. Furthermore, Nietzsche introduces the concept of "joyful wisdom," positing that a transformative laughter, one rooted in understanding life's absurdities, is integral to personal and collective growth. Ultimately, this introduction hints at Nietzsche's belief in the power of the individual to shape their own understanding of existence amid its inherent contradictions and challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPhilosophy
700 1 _aLevy, Oscar,
_d1867-1946
700 1 _aCohn, Paul V.
_q(Paul Victor)
700 1 _aCommon, Thomas,
_d1850-1919
700 1 _aPetre, Maude Dominica,
_d1863-1942
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52881
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