Die Räuber

The drama explores the intense rivalry between two noble brothers, Karl and Franz Moor. Karl, the favored son, embodies freedom and intellect, while Franz, consumed by jealousy and ambition, seeks to usurp their father's legacy. Set against the backdrop of the Enlightenment and the Sturm und Drang movement, the play delves into the deeper conflict between reason and emotion, as well as the relationship between law and liberty. Friedrich Schiller, a prominent figure in German literature, crafted this work, which gained national attention upon its 1782 premiere.