Philosophers
Philosopher
Country: Germany
Born: 1844
Died: 1900 |
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Key ideas include interpreting tragedy as an affirmation of life, an eternal recurrence, a rejection of Platonism, and a repudiation of both Christianity and egalitarianism. |
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Known as the father of nihilism. |
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Best known for 'Thus spoke Zarathustra', 'Birth of Tragedy' and 'The Gay Science'. |
Philosopher, Novelist
Country: Russia
Born: 1905
Died: 1982 |
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Developed a philosophical system called Objectivism. |
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First achieved notoriety with The Fountainhead (1943), and her best-known work – the philosophical novel Atlas Shrugged – was published in 1957. |
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Political views emphasize individualism, laissez-faire capitalism, and the constitutional protection of the right to life, liberty, and property. She was a fierce opponent of all forms of collectivism and statism, including fascism, communism, and the welfare state. |
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