About “Die Physiker”
The Physicists is a satirical drama and tragic comedy written in 1961 by Swiss author Friedrich Dürrenmatt. The play was influenced by the aftermath of the Second World War and the rapid developments in science and nuclear technology. It explores themes of scientific ethics and the responsibility of humanity in handling intellectual advancements. The work is considered Dürrenmatt’s most significant and accessible play. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
Book details
- Published
- 1963
- Latest edition
- 1991 · ISBN 0802150888
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| Cover | Edition | Year | ISBN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | The physicists | 1991 | 0802150888 | Buy on Amazon |
 | The physicists | 1973 | 0224009168 | Buy on Amazon |
 | The physicists. | 1964 | — | Buy on Amazon |
 | The physicists | 1963 | 0573013403 | Buy on Amazon |
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