Untimely Considerations by Friedrich Nietzsche — Unabridged Audiobook
Untimely Considerations by Friedrich Nietzsche is an unabridged audiobook of four essays from his early period. It explores culture, history, philosophy and art through essays on David Strauss, history, Schopenhauer and Richard Wagner.
At a glance
- Contains four essays: 'David Strauss - Writer and Confessor', 'On the Use and Abuse of History for Life', 'Schopenhauer as Educator' and 'Richard Wagner at Bayreuth'.
- The essays were published between 1873 and 1876 and reflect Nietzsche's early interests in culture, philosophy, art, science and life.
- The listed translations are credited to Anthony M Ludovici, Ian Johnston and Adrian Collins.
Reference price: £15.06
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- Four essays give listeners a focused introduction to Nietzsche's early reflections on history, culture and influential figures.
- The unabridged format preserves the complete version as described in the listing.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Author | Friedrich Nietzsche |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Michael Lunts |
| Programme type | Audiobook |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 12 hours and 57 minutes |
| Language | German |
| Publication date | 10 Dec. 2018 |
| Publisher | Ukemi Audiobooks from W. F. Howes Ltd |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing identifies the audiobook language as German, while its essay descriptions and translation credits are presented in English. Confirm the language of the audio itself if this distinction matters to you.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners exploring Nietzsche's early writing and its engagement with Schopenhauer and Wagner.
- Those interested in philosophical essays on history, culture and the role of art in life.
Less suited to
- Listeners seeking a short audiobook, since the listed length is nearly 13 hours.
- Listeners who need an English-language recording without first confirming the audio language.
Frequently asked questions
Which essays are included?
The listing names four essays: 'David Strauss - Writer and Confessor', 'On the Use and Abuse of History for Life', 'Schopenhauer as Educator' and 'Richard Wagner at Bayreuth'.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 12 hours and 57 minutes.
What language is the recording?
The product details list German. The description also supplies English-language translation credits, so confirm the audio language if you require a particular one.
Is this an abridged version?
The listing describes it as unabridged.
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