How to Read Like a Parasite : Why the Left Got High on Nietzsche

"Beautifully written and bursting with spirit, How to Read Like a Parasite is destined to be vital reading." - Matthew McManus, author of Nietzsche and the Politics of ReactionHowto Read Like a Parasite is a criticalguide for the left, showing how to overcome Nietzsche's divisive influence andavoid falling prey to his reactionary politics. Keyinsights include:- Athorough critique of the popular, apolitical interpretation of Nietzsche'sphilosophy-Analysis of core Nietzschean concepts like perspectivism, ressentiment, and theeternal return-Historical context of Nietzsche's life and works, revealing a sophisticatedreactionary political vision at the heart of his ideas-Case studies of prominent left-Nietzscheans, including Jack London, GillesDeleuze, Wendy Brown, and Huey Newton Thisbook provides a clear path for the left to read and engage with Nietzschewithout adopting his harmful ideological underpinnings.