Equus (book)

"Equus" is a play by Peter Shaffer that explores the complex relationship between a troubled teenager, Alan Strang, and horses. The story unfolds through the perspective of a psychiatrist, Dr. Dysart, who seeks to understand Alan's intense obsession with horses, which leads him to commit a shocking act of violence. The play delves into themes of madness, religion, and the struggle between societal expectations and personal desires. It invites the audience to consider the nature of sanity and the impact of cultural influences on individual psyche, ultimately questioning what it means to truly connect with one’s passions.