Friedrich Nietzsche Birth Anniversary: Some Lesser-known Facts About the German Philosopher

Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche, as he was named on his birth, was born on October 15. While there have been several philosophers in the world, there have only been a few like Nietzsche, being an expert at their work. He left a great impression in the world, changing the fate of modern intellectual history.

Despite being a gem to the world of philosophy, Nietzsche’s health created a hurdle for him at the age of 44, after which he lived with his mother and later sister. In his active years, he wrote on various topics, including philosophical polemics, poetry, cultural criticism, and fiction. Nietzsche is also credited for developing influential concepts such as Übermensch.