<DIV><DIV>?God is dead,” <B>Friedrich Nietzsche</B> unflinchingly declared in this famous work of philosophy.  It is one of the boldest statements ever made, and garnered far-reaching, strong reactions.  In addition to being the book containing the words that shook the world, <I>The Gay Science</I> includes Nietzsche's arguments on ethics and knowledge.  It is no wonder <I>The Gay Science</I> is known in some circles by the title <I>The Joyful Wisdom.</I> </div></DIV>