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“This agitation is becoming so great that the higher culture can no longer allow its fruits to ripen; it is as if the seasons were following to quickly from one another. From lack of rest, our civilization is ending in a new barbarism. Never have the active, which is to say the restless, people been prized more. Therefore, one of the necessary correctives that must be applied to the character of humanity is a massive strengthening of the contemplative element.”

Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

Book:Human, All Too Human: A Book for Free Spirits

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Human, All Too Human: A Book for Free Spirits

This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the complexities of human existence, focusing on the essence of free spirits and their place in the world. It offers insights into the human psyche, the pursuit of knowledge, and the search for meaning. 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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