What inspired Schiller to write Wilhelm Tell as a symbol of Swiss independence?
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What inspired Schiller to write Wilhelm Tell as a symbol of Swiss independence?
Did anyone else find Tell’s character as a hero both inspiring and somewhat idealized?
How do you think the play’s portrayal of authority reflects the political climate of Schiller's time?