On the Genealogy of Morals and Ecce Homo

by Nietzsche, Friedrich; Kaufmann, Walter

• ISBN13: 9780679724629
• ISBN10: 0679724621
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780307434487
• Edition: Revised
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1989-12-17
• Publisher: Vintage

About This Book

On the Genealogy of Morals and Ecce Homo by Friedrich Nietzsche is a seminal work in the field of philosophy that has been a cornerstone of intellectual discourse for over a century. This book is primarily used by students and scholars of philosophy, particularly those interested in ethics, morality, and the history of ideas.

Who Uses It?

This book is essential for students and educators in philosophy courses at the college and university levels. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the evolution of moral concepts and the critique of traditional ethics. Professionals in fields like ethics, sociology, and cultural studies often find this work insightful for its profound analysis of human values and their historical development.

History and Editions

The book was originally published in 1887 by Friedrich Nietzsche, a German philosopher known for his critiques of traditional morality and his concept of the "will to power." The edition available under ISBN 9780679724629 is an edited version by Walter Kaufmann, published in December 1989 by Vintage Books. This edition includes a commentary by Kaufmann, providing context and insights into Nietzsche's complex ideas.

Author and Other Works

Friedrich Nietzsche is one of the most influential philosophers of the modern era. His works include "Thus Spoke Zarathustra," "The Birth of Tragedy," and "Beyond Good and Evil." Nietzsche's writing style is characterized by his provocative and often challenging ideas, which have had a profound impact on Western philosophy.

Key Features

1. Critical Analysis of Morality: The book delves into the history of ethics, contrasting master morality with slave morality, and exploring how the term "good" has been interpreted differently throughout history.

2. Philosophical Insight: Nietzsche's critique of traditional morality offers a unique perspective on human values and their development.

3. Historical Context: The work provides a historical framework for understanding the evolution of moral concepts, making it a valuable resource for scholars of philosophy and history.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• 9780679724629: Paperback edition published by Vintage Books in December 1989.
• 9780307434487: Hardcover edition published by Vintage Books in April 2010.

Publication Details

• Publisher: Vintage Books
• Publication Date: December 1989
• Dimensions: 8.03 x 5.15 x 0.83 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.61 lbs (0.28 kg)
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• 9780679724629: Paperback edition (1989)
• 9780307434487: Hardcover edition (2010)
• 9780679724629: Available through various online retailers and bookstores.

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Author Biography

The philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche was born in Prussia in 1844. After the death of his father, a Lutheran minister, Nietzsche was raised from the age of five by his mother in a household of women. In 1869 he was appointed Professor of Classical Philology at the University of Basel, where he taught until 1879 when poor health forced him to retire. He never recovered from a nervous breakdown in 1889 and died eleven years later. Known for saying that “god is dead,” Nietzsche propounded his metaphysical construct of the superiority of the disciplined individual (superman) living in the present over traditional values derived from Christianity and its emphasis on heavenly rewards. His ideas were appropriated by the Fascists, who turned his theories into social realities that he had never intended.

Walter Kaufmann was a philosopher and poet, as well as a renowned translator of Friedrich Nietzsche. His books include Nietzsche: Philosopher, Psychologist, Antichrist, From Shakespeare to Existentialism, and Existentialism: From Dostoevsky to Sartre. He was a Professor of Philosophy at Princeton University, where he taught after receiving his Ph.D. from Harvard in 1947 until his death in 1980. He held visiting appointments at many American and foreign universities, including Columbia, Cornell, Heidelberg, Jerusalem, and the Australian National University; and his books have been translated into Dutch, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish.

Table of Contents

ON THE GENEALOGY OF MORALS	3	(198)
EDITOR'S INTRODUCTION	3	(12)
NIETZSCHE'S PREFACE	15	(9)
I. "Good and Evil," "Good and Bad"	24	(33)
II. "Guilt," "Bad Conscience," and the Like	57	(40)
III. What Is the Meaning of Ascetic Ideals?	97	(70)
APPENDIX: Seventy-five Aphorisms from Five Volumes	167	(34)
ECCE HOMO	201	(138)
EDITOR'S INTRODUCTION	201	(9)
A NOTE ON THE PUBLICATION OF Ecce Homo	210	(7)
NIETZSCHE'S PREFACE	217	(5)
Why I Am So Wise	222	(14)
Why I Am So Clever	236	(23)
Why I Write Such Good Books	259	(67)
The Birth of Tragedy	270	(6)
The Untimely Ones	276	(7)
Human, All-Too-Human	283	(7)
Dawn	290	(3)
The Gay Science	293	(2)
Thus Spoke Zarathustra	295	(15)
Beyond Good and Evil	310	(2)
Genealogy of Morals	312	(2)
Twilight of the Idols	314	(3)
The Case of Wagner	317	(9)
Why I Am a Destiny	326	(13)
APPENDIX: Variants from Nietzsche's Drafts	339	(6)
INDEX TO On the Genealogy of Morals	345	(8)
INDEX TO Seventy-five Aphorisms	353	(4)
INDEX TO Ecce Homo	357