Kicking a Dead Horse: A Play

By Sam Shepard

Book Overview

A solitary man digs a hole in the ground, near a dead horse. Amidst the clutter of food and equipment stands Hobart Struther, who has ridden all the way out to the middle of nowhere on a holy mission. But one day into his "Great Sojourn," things are looking bleak. His horse has choked to death, he's miles away from civilization, and there's not a person around to talk to - other than himself. As Hobart examines his rise -- how he built a vast art collection while ensconced in a comfortable Park Avenue lifestyle -- he digs deep into his own history, unearthing truths about his past while still struggling to find the answers he needs. With Shepard's linguistic flair, subtle humor, and probing insights, Kicking a Dead Horse is an invigorating addition to the works of one of America's most innovative playwrights.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0307386821
• ISBN13: 9780307386823
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Vintage
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.2" x 8.0"