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A review by blau_elmo
When Nietzsche Wept by Irvin D. Yalom
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
The premise of this book is simply unbeatable. Nietzsche and Breuer's brewing companionship and mutual therapy is a great way to present the philosophical discourse regarding nihilism (in Europe, particularly).
The characters each have their own charm, including Freud, who plays a minor role in the story in hypnotising Breuer.
The back and forth, the rebuttals, the refusals, the acceptance, the friendship. Everything page of this book provides something to consider. And, it is loosely based off historical events as well, which makes the entire story even more interesting.
The characters each have their own charm, including Freud, who plays a minor role in the story in hypnotising Breuer.
The back and forth, the rebuttals, the refusals, the acceptance, the friendship. Everything page of this book provides something to consider. And, it is loosely based off historical events as well, which makes the entire story even more interesting.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual content