Friedrich Schiller's essay "Über Bürgers Gedichte" is a critical analysis of the work of Gottfried August Bürger, a German poet known for his ballads and sonnets. Schiller examines Bürger's use of language, imagery, and meter, and explores the ways in which his poetry reflects the social and political context of the time. Schiller argues that Bürger's work is valuable for its originality and its ability to capture the spirit of the German people.