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40: Ralph Waldo Emerson & The Children of The Fire

The Nietzsche Podcast

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Contrasting Attitudes Towards the World and Will

The speakers delve into the differing perspectives of Chopinhauer and Emerson regarding the world and the will. They explore the escape from the will sought by Chopinhauer and the celebration of the will by Emerson, influenced by his optimistic view of the world. The chapter also discusses the significance of Emerson's essay 'History' to Nietzsche and the burning need expressed by Nietzsche to rise to the challenge set forth by Emerson.

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