The Dawn of Day by Friedrich Nietzsche

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The Dawn of Day (or Morgenröte), written by Friedrich Nietzsche and published in 1881, marks a turning point in his philosophy. The book is a collection of 575 short aphorisms and reflections on a wide range of topics, including morality, religion, culture, and the human condition. In this work, Nietzsche critiques traditional values, especially Christian morality, and explores the origins of our moral beliefs. He argues that human values are not divine or absolute but rather the product of historical and cultural developments. Nietzsche introduces the concept of perspectivism, suggesting that all knowledge and values are shaped by individual perspectives. Unlike his earlier works, The Dawn of Day is less combative and more contemplative, focusing on freeing individuals from conventional moral constraints. It offers an early glimpse of themes Nietzsche would later develop more fully, such as the 'will to power' and the critique of religion and herd mentality. The book encourages readers to embrace personal transformation and intellectual independence. This translation by John McFarland Kennedy was first published in 1924.

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