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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CoverEditionYearISBN
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

Frequently asked questions

How many pages is Die Physiker?

Die Physiker by Friedrich Dürrenmatt has 94 pages.

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