Summary:

- Are you studying Nietzsche but don't know where to start? -
Would you like a guide that will make Nietzsche's often complex thought easy to understand? - Do you want to understand his philosophy and works?

Teach Yourself Nietzsche is a comprehensive guide to one of the most influential philosophers of modern times. This book helps you to quickly gain an understanding of the man himself and to explore his philosophy and work. It also considers his legacy and lasting influence. So if you want to know what Nietzsche meant by 'God is dead', are struggling with works such as Beyond Good and Evil or want to find out how movements and key figures have interpreted Nietzsche's work, this book uncovers all.

• Written by Dr Roy Jackson, an experienced writer and lecturer on Nietzsche.
• Perfect for those who feel that they should know about Nietzsche but don't know where to start.
• Building on the success of Teach Yourself Freud and Teach Yourself Jung.
• Suitable for those studying Nietzsche at A-Level and undergraduate level.
• Covers the man himself, his works, philosophy and legacy.

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: Who was Nietzsche?
Chapter 2: Nietzsche the Wagnerian.
Chapter 3: The Philistines of Culture.
Chapter 4: Human, All Too Human
Chapter 5: The Man of Style
Chapter 6: The Overman and the Eternal Recurrence
Chapter 7: The Philosophers of the Future
Chapter 8: The Antichrist
Chapter 9: Nietzsche ‘The Crucified’
Chapter 10: Nietzsche’s Legacy

About the Author(s):
Dr Roy Jackson is a Senior Lecturer in Religion, Philosophy and Ethics at the University of Gloucestershire. He specialises in Nietzsche and contemporary Islamic thought.