Nietzsche's Gay Science

Robert Miner attends closely to the rhymes and aphorisms that make up The Gay Science and make it so quotable yet so frequently misunderstood. Tracking Nietzsche's mixture of subtle argumentation, memorable images and provocative rhetoric, he opens up multiple ways of interpreting the text and applying it to our own circumstances.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 31 January 2022
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

Robert Miner delves deeply into the intricate rhymes and aphorisms that form Nietzsche's renowned work, Gay Science. A text often cited but often misunderstood, Miner offers a comprehensive exploration of Nietzsche's blend of subtle argumentation, memorable imagery, and provocative rhetoric. By tracing the intricate threads of the text, Miner unveils numerous interpretive avenues and practical applications for our own lives. Assuming no prior knowledge of Nietzsche, Miner begins with the 1882 edition, the first to announce the death of God, amor fati, and eternal recurrence. He also sheds light on the significance of Nietzsche's decision to publish a second edition of Gay Science in 1887, which included a fifth Book of 40 aphorisms composed after Zarathustra, a new Preface, and an Appendix of Songs. While the primary text receives meticulous attention, readers will also gain insights into scholarly debates surrounding Nietzsche's intentions in Gay Science. This book is a valuable resource for both new and seasoned readers, offering a profound and enriching exploration of Nietzsche's thought.

Weight: 346g
Dimension: 139 x 214 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474457705