The Robbers
The Robbers, first published in 1781 and performed at Mannheim the following year, was Friedrich Schiller's first play and an explosive debut of the Sturm und Drang. Karl Moor, the generous but headstrong elder son of an aging count, is cast off by his father through the forged letters of his envious younger brother Franz, who covets both the inheritance and Karl's beloved Amalia. In despair Karl becomes the leader of a band of robbers in the Bohemian forests, waging war on a corrupt society, while Franz schemes at home. This English version includes Schiller's prefaces to the first and second editions. Passionate and violent, the drama of freedom, revolt and guilt made Schiller famous overnight. The full text is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, and the first act is free.
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Frequently asked questions about The Robbers
The Robbers by Friedrich Schiller can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
Can I read The Robbers online?
Yes. The Robbers opens right on this page, in a reader designed for long reading: adjustable text size, light, sepia and dark themes, a clickable table of contents and your place saved when you are signed in. No download or app is needed.
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Is The Robbers in the public domain?
Yes. The Robbers by Friedrich Schiller is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read The Robbers?
About 3 h 21 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is The Robbers?
The Robbers by Friedrich Schiller is filed under "Drama" in the Vinteuil library.
