Modernity between Wagner and Nietzsche

The book explores the tension between Wagner's operas and Nietzsche's philosophical ideas, highlighting how Wagner's creations contradict modern values. Brayton Polka provides a detailed analysis of Wagner's works while contrasting them with Nietzsche's thought, revealing a significant break from both Nietzsche and their shared influence, Schopenhauer. This examination delves into the complexities of modernity and the philosophical underpinnings that shape artistic expression.