What inspired Dürrenmatt to explore the corrupting influence of wealth in this play?
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The Visit: A Tragi-Comedy

The Visit: A Tragi-Comedy
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What inspired Dürrenmatt to explore the corrupting influence of wealth in this play?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about whether the old lady's justice was justified or evil?
How do you think the play's setting in a small Swiss town enhances its message?