When Nietzsche Wept: A Novel of Obsession Paperback – 20 May 2016

I thought this was a fascinating story and I enjoyed the blend of fact and fiction. I love how Yalom explains ideas in such a digestible and intriguing way, and this book has opened my eyes to Nietzsche's contribution to the developing field of psychotherapy. As a trainee therapist, I have learnt so much from Yalom's books and encourage my non-therapist friends and family to read these too as they give such an insight into the human mind and key existential ideas. i came away from this book feeling I'd learnt more about myself, and also have new ideas for therapy with my own clients. Would highly recommend!

An extraordinary novel which gives a great understanding of the psychological implications- the sorrow and physical pain - in Nietzsche's radical philosophical journey. Without a relatable psychology, phylosophy is just a sterile corollary of maxims, and without the big picture of philosophy, psychology is a just a way to isolate one's lonliness and sickness from a world a lonly and sick people.

is a fascinating blend of philosophy and psychology, weaving a gripping fictional encounter between Friedrich Nietzsche and Dr. Josef Breuer, masterfully explores the depths of human suffering, self-discovery, and the power of the mind in a way that is both intellectually stimulating and deeply moving. A thought-provoking and beautifully written novel that lingers long after the last page.

Creative and profound rendition of what could have transpired between three great historic figures in their quest to understand and aid human suffering and the pitfalls and traps of the all to human nature of the therapist.

What a delight, this Yalom book is... The insights through the "givens" of existence, when tried to be understood just through an intelectualised mind and devoided of feelings. The eternal battle and the final acceptance, that no matter how pristine the mind and the thoughts, at the end we all weep. Brilliant!!!

Neitzsche wept after reading about the extensive child abuses carried out, assisted, and covered up by Cheshire police.

Highly suggested, especially to those looking for a meaning in life

Good quality, nice book