Biedermann und die Brandstifter
Biedermann und die Brandstifter
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1996
Book Brief
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Play • Fiction
Germany • 1950s
1996
Adult
16-18 years
Super Short Summary
Biedermann und die Brandstifter by Max Frisch is a darkly comedic play following a character, Biedermann, who naively allows arsonists to settle in his attic. Frisch explores themes of denial, complicity, and human nature, illustrating how individuals can ignore warning signs despite the obvious risks.
Mysterious
Dark
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Max Frisch's Biedermann und die Brandstifter is praised for its sharp satire on human complacency and denial in face of obvious threats. Critics commend its timeless relevance and dark humor. However, some find its allegorical nature heavy-handed. The play effectively critiques societal and individual responsibility with a provocative narrative.
Who Should Read Biedermann und die Brandstifter?
A reader interested in Max Frisch's Biedermann und die Brandstifter, akin to fans of Kafka's and Brecht's works, would appreciate satirical explorations of moral hypocrisy and societal complacency. Those intrigued by themes in Orwell's 1984 or Huxley's Brave New World may also find this play compelling.
7,703 ratings
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Play • Fiction
Germany • 1950s
1996
Adult
16-18 years
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