The Robbers by Friedrich Schiller

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Author Schiller, Friedrich, 1759-1805
Uniform Title Die räuber. English
Title The Robbers
Note Reading ease score: 85.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "The Robbers" by Friedrich Schiller is a drama written in the late 18th century that explores themes of freedom, moral conflict, and the nature of virtue and vice. The work delves into the tumultuous lives of two brothers, Charles and Francis von Moor, whose starkly contrasting characters drive the narrative forward. Charles, an idealist turned outlaw, embodies the tragic hero's struggle against societal constraints, while Francis, filled with jealousy and malice, represents moral depravity and ambition. At the start of "The Robbers," the tension between the brothers is palpable, as Francis reveals to their father the disgraceful actions of Charles, who has become a fugitive after committing a series of crimes. The old Moor's anguish over his sons sets the stage for the familial conflict that will unfold, with Francis enacting a duplicitous scheme to separate his brother from their father's affection. In a tavern, Charles grapples with disillusionment towards society and ultimately embraces a life of crime, declaring himself the leader of a band of robbers. This opening introduces essential character dynamics and establishes a darkly compelling narrative centered on moral ambiguity and the consequences of unchecked desire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Brothers -- Drama
Subject Tragedies
Subject Inheritance and succession -- Drama
Subject German drama -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 6782
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 30, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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