The Arsonists
by Max Frisch

Name: The Arsonists
Brand: Max Frisch
SKU: 9781408103937
Rating: 3.65 (5908 reviews)

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Highlights

British

What readers are saying

Readers find 'The Arsonists' to be a deeply relevant and thought-provoking play that remains strikingly applicable to current societal issues. Many appreciate its dark comedy and insightful commentary on human nature, while others note it as an important work that challenges audiences to reflect on complacency in the face of danger. The complexity of the characters and themes is often highlighted as a strong point of the play.

Timely and relevant themes Brilliant character complexity Engaging dark comedy Thought-provoking and insightful Some find it confusing at times

Synopsis

Fires are becoming something of a problem.

But Biedermann has it all under control.

He's a respected member of the community with a loving wife and a flourishing business, so surely nothing can get to him.

The great philanthropist is happy to meet his civic duty by giving shelter to two new guests but when they start filling his attic with petrol drums, will he help them light the fuse?

Max Frisch's parable about appeasement is given its first major Uk revival since its Royal Court premiere in 1961, which was directed by Lindsay Anderson.

The play is published as a programme text for the production that runs from 1 November - 15 December on the main stage at the Royal Court.