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When Nietzsche Wept Lib/E

When Nietzsche Wept Lib/E

Literary FictionPhilosophy
Published
2015
Language
English

Synopsis

In 19th-century Vienna, a renowned psychoanalyst finds his life upended when the famous philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche seeks his help for debilitating migraines and despair. What begins as a doctor-patient relationship soon evolves into a profound and dangerous intellectual game, as each man attempts to cure the other through unconventional means. This novel delves into the depths of human suffering, ambition, and the search for meaning.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

Thought-ProvokingMelancholicIntellectualComplex
Mentor Figure

Genres

Literary Fiction Philosophy Psychology

Authors

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Irvin D. Yalom

Irvin D. Yalom is a psychiatrist and author whose books explore the human condition with insight and compassion. His work, including the popular The Gift of Therapy, often blends philosophical inquiry with fictional narratives to examine themes of life, death, and meaning.