In:
Modern Drama, University of Toronto Press Inc. (UTPress), Vol. 14, No. 2 ( 1971-09-01), p. 232-242
Abstract:
IN ITS ANALYSIS OF THE PROBLEM OF THE scientist's responsibility for the results and application of his work, Die Physiker stands as a rejoinder to Brecht's Leben des Galilei. But the conflict worked out in Dürrenmatt's comedy can be seen, at least in part, as an ironic confirmation of the major conclusion reached and stated by Galileo in the course of Brecht's "Schauspiel" -namely, that the scientist has a responsibility towards his fellow men. The purpose of this article is to analyse Dürrenmatt's treatment of the themes of scientific, personal, and social responsibility. At the same time I hope to indicate how Diirrenmatt, in rebutting others of Brecht's arguments, has at the same time taken over from the earlier drama attitudes and ideas and examined their implications in a manner which shows that he in fact retains the letter of these attitudes while modifying their spirit.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0026-7694
,
1712-5286
Language:
English
Publisher:
University of Toronto Press Inc. (UTPress)
Publication Date:
1971
SSG:
9,3
SSG:
7,24
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