... University doctoral candidate plans to finish his degree in philosophy this year, and cites German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche as one of his influences. So much of an influence, in fact, that Nietzsche even appears briefly in his play ...

... Today: "In individuals, insanity is rare; but in groups, parties, nations and epochs, it is the rule." -- Friedrich Nietzsche, German philosopher (1844-1900). For release Tuesday, Dec. 3

... several decades were marked by cultural and architectural milestones while the country remained uninvaded. In 1888, Friedrich Nietzsche came to Turin and fell in love with its food and quiet. Then he lost his mind. After writing "Ecce Homo" here ...

... dragging us moaning in glorious epiphanic pain into a new world. It may be that Gravel, like Vincent van Gogh, Friedrich Nietzsche or indeed, Crispin Sartwell, is a premature birth of an astonishing future. He may toil in obscurity, misunderstood ...

... Eden's Crush) is 31. Actress Amy Davidson is 28. Britain's Prince Henry of Wales is 23. Thought for Today: "In every real man a child is hidden that wants to play." Friedrich Nietzsche, German philosopher (1844-1900).