The Portable Nietzsche

This paperback edition of "The Portable Nietzsche" shows notable wear, with visible creases and stains on the cover and pages. The spine is worn, and the edges are frayed, reflecting its age and previous handling. Despite the physical condition, the text remains intact and readable, providing a robust anthology of Nietzsche's influential works.

"The Portable Nietzsche," edited and translated by Walter Kaufmann, is a comprehensive anthology of Friedrich Nietzsche's work, showcasing his profound influence on modern philosophy. Published by The Viking Press in New York, this is the seventeenth printing from December 1965, originally copyrighted in 1954. This edition is part of The Viking Portable Library series, designed for compactness and accessibility. Nietzsche's works, including "Twilight of the Idols," "The Antichrist," and "Thus Spoke Zarathustra," are presented with Kaufmann's critical introduction and notes, making it a valuable resource for students and enthusiasts of existential and German philosophy. The paperback format shows significant wear, indicative of its age and usage, yet remains a sought-after piece for collectors of philosophical literature.