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Nietzsche, Dostoevsky, and the Underground Man
This chapter discusses Nietzsche's discovery of Dostoevsky's book, Notes from the Underground, and the similarities between Nietzsche's work and Dostoevsky's underground man. It explores their shared traits, such as withdrawing from the social world and having a critical perspective on success. The chapter also delves into Nietzsche's admiration for Dostoevsky's psychological insight and the tragic consequences of their encounter.