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Peter Shaffer
ISBN 9780141188904
Rs. 800
Penguin Modern Classics
Equus
Who it's for: Readers interested in psychological drama and modern theatre
Peter Shaffer's gripping psychological drama, Equus, explores the disturbing case of Alan Strang, a young man who blinds six horses. Sentenced to psychiatric treatment, Strang's encounter with Dr. Dysart peels back layers of profound questions about faith, sanity, and the inherent value of passion versus a conventional life, revealing as much about the psychiatrist as the patient.Why You Should Read? Examines the complex interplay of faith, ritual, and human desire. Challenges conventional notions of sanity and societal norms. Offers a profound exploration of violence, spirituality, and the limits of passion. A seminal work of modern theatre that continues to provoke thought and discussion.
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- Explores the disturbing case of Alan Strang, who blinds six horses
- Centers on the psychiatric treatment by Dr. Dysart
- Raises questions about faith, sanity, and passion versus conventional life
- Reveals as much about the psychiatrist as the patient
- A seminal work of modern theatre
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Questions about this book
What is the plot of Equus?
The play follows Alan Strang, a young man who blinds six horses, and his psychiatric treatment with Dr. Dysart, which reveals deep questions about faith and passion.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Alan Strang, the patient, and Dr. Dysart, the psychiatrist.
What themes does the play explore?
It explores faith, sanity, passion, violence, spirituality, and ritual, challenging conventional notions of sanity and societal norms.
Why is Equus considered a seminal work?
It is a seminal work of modern theatre that continues to provoke thought and discussion due to its profound exploration of violence, spirituality, and the limits of passion.