The Robbers

Summary

«The Robbers» is a drama about two brothers, Karl and Franz Moor, who represent opposing moral extremes. Karl, the elder brother, is noble and idealistic, but due to the schemes of his younger brother Franz, he is rejected by their father and becomes the leader of a band of robbers. Franz, ambitious and ruthless, seeks to seize the inheritance and power by manipulating those around him. The drama explores themes of betrayal, freedom, justice, and moral choice. Ultimately, Karl realizes that his path of revenge and violence does not lead to true freedom, and he decides to surrender to the authorities to atone for his sins, while Franz, faced with the consequences of his actions, finds himself in a hopeless situation.