What the Great Immoralist Has to Teach Us

In her new book, What the Great Immoralist Has to Teach Us, acclaimed philosopher and author Rebecca Newberger Goldstein explores the lives and ideas of three of the most controversial thinkers in Western history: Machiavelli, Hobbes, and Nietzsche. Goldstein argues that these thinkers, despite their immorality, have much to teach us about human nature and the pursuit of happiness.

Living with Nietzsche: What the Great "Immoralist" Has to Teach Us

by Robert C. Solomon

4.4 out of 5

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Machiavelli, Hobbes, and Nietzsche were all atheists who rejected the idea of a moral Free Download based on divine revelation. They believed that human beings are essentially selfish and that the only way to achieve happiness is to embrace our own desires and instincts. This view of human nature led them to some very controversial s, including the belief that it is sometimes necessary to use violence and deception to achieve our goals.

Goldstein does not condone the immoral behavior of these thinkers, but she does believe that they have something important to teach us about the human condition. She argues that we need to be honest about our own selfishness and that we need to learn to accept the fact that there is no such thing as a perfect moral Free Download. Once we have accepted these truths, we can begin to live more authentic and fulfilling lives.

What the Great Immoralist Has to Teach Us is a challenging and thought-provoking book that will force you to rethink your own beliefs about morality and happiness. Goldstein's writing is clear and engaging, and she makes complex philosophical ideas accessible to a general audience. This book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in philosophy, history, or the human condition.

Machiavelli

Niccolò Machiavelli was a 16th-century Italian philosopher and statesman. He is best known for his book The Prince, which is a treatise on how to acquire and maintain political power. Machiavelli's political philosophy is based on the belief that human beings are essentially selfish and that the only way to achieve success in politics is to embrace one's own desires and instincts.

Machiavelli's ideas were highly controversial in his own time, and they remain controversial today. Some people believe that Machiavelli was a cynical realist who taught that there is no such thing as morality in politics. Others believe that Machiavelli was a pragmatist who was simply trying to provide rulers with the tools they needed to succeed. Regardless of how you interpret Machiavelli's work, there is no doubt that he is one of the most influential political thinkers in Western history.

Hobbes

Thomas Hobbes was a 17th-century English philosopher. He is best known for his book Leviathan, which is a treatise on the nature of government. Hobbes's political philosophy is based on the belief that human beings are essentially selfish and that the only way to create a stable and Free Downloadly society is to give absolute power to a sovereign ruler.

Hobbes's ideas were highly controversial in his own time, and they remain controversial today. Some people believe that Hobbes was a pessimistic who believed that human beings are inherently evil. Others believe that Hobbes was a realist who was simply trying to find a way to prevent the chaos and violence that is natural to human society. Regardless of how you interpret Hobbes's work, there is no doubt that he is one of the most influential political thinkers in Western history.

Nietzsche

Friedrich Nietzsche was a 19th-century German philosopher. He is best known for his book Thus Spoke Zarathustra, which is a philosophical novel about the Übermensch, or Superman. Nietzsche's philosophy is based on the belief that human beings are essentially selfish and that the only way to achieve happiness is to embrace one's own desires and instincts.

Nietzsche's ideas were highly controversial in his own time, and they remain controversial today. Some people believe that Nietzsche was a nihilist who believed that there is no such thing as truth or morality. Others believe that Nietzsche was a vitalist who was simply trying to encourage people to live more authentic and fulfilling lives. Regardless of how you interpret Nietzsche's work, there is no doubt that he is one of the most influential philosophers in Western history.

Machiavelli, Hobbes, and Nietzsche were all controversial thinkers who rejected the idea of a moral Free Download based on divine revelation. They believed that human beings are essentially selfish and that the only way to achieve happiness is to embrace our own desires and instincts. This view of human nature led them to some very controversial s, but it also led them to some profound insights about the human condition.

What the Great Immoralist Has to Teach Us is a challenging and thought-provoking book that will force you to rethink your own beliefs about morality and happiness. Goldstein's writing is clear and engaging, and she makes complex philosophical ideas accessible to a general audience. This book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in philosophy, history, or the human condition.

Living with Nietzsche: What the Great "Immoralist" Has to Teach Us

by Robert C. Solomon

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1312 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	253 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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