The
philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche has been one of the most misunderstood and contorted value systems in history and what
he considered to be a '
prelude to a
philosophy of the future.' Nietzsche was a tragic and skeptical figure, as well as a narcissist. He was a desolate observer in the corner, 'trapped in his head,' watching the progression of humanity drive towards an apocalyptic nightmare. Using a multitude of original sources, this paper illustrates the thoughts of Friedrich Nietzsche and his view on ethics and morality. Paper Outline Prelude: Life and Attack upon Christianity Epigrams and Interludes The Will to Power Conclusion Works Cited