An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List
Friedrich Nietzsche
2 books referenced
Books by Friedrich Nietzsche
The Birth of Tragedy
Referenced in 1 episode
604. Greek Myths: Sex, Drugs & Tragedy (Part 3)
September 28, 2025
Context:
Discussed as a seminal work where Nietzsche, at age 28 as a professor of Greek, contrasted Dionysus with Apollo and argued for recognizing Dionysian qualities in Greek civilization.
On the Genealogy of Morals
Referenced in 1 episode
175. Crucifixion (Part 1)
April 14, 2022
Context:
His philosophical writings are referenced extensively, including his concept of 'slave morality' and a direct quote about 'God on the cross' being 'the formula' that 'promised a transvaluation of all ancient values.'