"The Fire Raisers" is a play written by the Swiss playwright Max Frisch. It explores themes of morality, responsibility, and the nature of evil through the story of a man named Biedermann, who unwittingly becomes involved with arsonists. The play is set in a time of social upheaval, reflecting the anxieties of post-war Europe.
The narrative unfolds as Biedermann invites two strangers into his home, believing he can control the situation. However, as their true intentions are revealed, the play raises questions about complicity and the dangers of complacency in the face of wrongdoing.