Case Against Wagner, The

Focusing on the conflict between admiration and critique, Nietzsche examines Wagner's music and artistic philosophy, arguing that they embody the decadence troubling Europe. Despite his enduring affection for Wagner as a person, Nietzsche ultimately urges a rejection of Wagner's artistic influence, highlighting a profound internal struggle. This work, one of Nietzsche's last and wittiest, reflects his complex relationship with Wagner, intertwining personal sentiment with a broader cultural critique.