Nietzsche, Friedrich Wilhelm: - Friedrich Nietzsche (1844-1900)*was an acclaimed German philosopher who rose to prominence during the late nineteenth century. His work provides a thorough examination of societal norms often rooted in religion and politics. As a cultural critic, Nietzsche is affiliat...

Nietzsche, Friedrich Wilhelm: - Friedrich Nietzsche (1844-1900)*was an acclaimed German philosopher who rose to prominence during the late nineteenth century. His work provides a thorough examination of societal norms often rooted in religion and politics. As a cultural critic, Nietzsche is affiliated with nihilism and individualism with a primary focus on personal development. His most notable books include The Birth of Tragedy *, * Thus Spoke Zarathustra.and Beyond Good and Evil *. Nietzsche is frequently credited with contemporary teachings of psychology and sociology.