PHIL 357 - Nietzsche

Institution:

University of Richmond

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Description:

Devoted to analysis and understanding of some of the main philosophical themes and writing of Friedrich Nietzsche (1844-1900), such as critique of Western morality and religion; affirmation of creativity and life of this world; eternal recurrence of all things; and diagnosis of modern nihilism and suggestions as to how it might be overcome. Close reading of a number of texts by Nietzsche. Lecture/discussion format. Unit(s): 1

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.richmond.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 289-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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