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Heidegger's Correspondence Reveals Unknown Facets

publication · 2026-04-23

The publication of Martin Heidegger's correspondence with Karl Jaspers and Elisabeth Blochmann sheds new light on the philosopher, contrasting with the debates from Victor Farias's biography. The letters show a tense relationship with Jaspers versus a warm, natural exchange with Blochmann. They also reveal that early supporters and opponents of Nazism initially tried to accommodate the regime, misunderstanding its true nature.

Key facts

  • Correspondence with Karl Jaspers published
  • Correspondence with Elisabeth Blochmann published
  • Victor Farias wrote a biography of Heidegger
  • Heidegger's relationship with Jaspers became tense
  • Heidegger's correspondence with Blochmann was warm
  • Early Nazi supporters and opponents tried to accommodate Hitler

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Artists

  • Martin Heidegger
  • Karl Jaspers
  • Elisabeth Blochmann
  • Victor Farias

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