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Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

“Once the decision has been made, close your ear even to the best counter argument: sign of a strong character. Thus an occasional will to stupidity.”

Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

Book:Basic Writings of Nietzsche

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Basic Writings of Nietzsche

Comprising key essays and speeches, this volume offers a comprehensive exploration of Nietzsche's complex thought, including his critiques of conventional morality and his advocacy for the concept of the 'overman'. more

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Friedrich Nietzsche

Friedrich Nietzsche was a German philosopher, cultural critic, poet, and writer whose works have had a profound impact on subsequent philosophy, literature, and thought. His ideas revolve around concepts such as the 'will to power', the 'Übermensch', and the 'eternal recurrence'. more

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