Helene Druskowitz and Friedrich Nietzsche

Sa？etak In this text the relationship between Helene Druskowitz and Friedrich Nietzsche is analized from two perspectives: in its the historical and philosophical context. The historical context is based on the preserved correspondence between Druskowitz and Nietzsche as well as various contemporaries who mention and comment on their intellectual relationship. The philosophical context is based on Druskowitz’s philosophical texts in which she refers to Nietzsche. The conclusion is that Druskowitz was disappointed with Nietzsche because, according to her understanding, he failed in completing his project of describing the world as it is in its essence, and which could be attained by enlightening people. The more she realised the power and strength of Nietzsche’s literary genius, the more disappointed she became. Although a radical feminist, Druskowitz does not comment on Nietzsche’s explicit misogynistic positions of which she must have been aware