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Friedrich Nietzsche

Cartoonist Ralph Steadman nominates the life of German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. With Humphrey Carter. From 2001.

Cartoonist Ralph Steadman chooses the much-maligned German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche.

Joining him to discuss Nietzsche's life and work is Polish poet and translator Adam Czerniawski.

Biographical series, in which distinguished guests nominate historical figures whom they feel passionate about.

Will their hero stand up to intensive scrutiny and merit the description of having led a great life?

Presented by Humphrey Carpenter.

Producer: David Perry

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 2001.

30 minutes

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