Sam Shepard’s “Kicking a Dead Horse” As a Drama of Self-Confrontation

Abstract

This paper explores Sam Shepard's play "Kicking a Dead Horse" as a drama of self-confrontation. The paper analyses the character of Hobart Struther and his journey of self-discovery, examining how the play reflects the human struggle with mortality, identity, and self-awareness. Through close reading and analysis of the play, this paper argues that the selected play is a powerful exploration of the human condition and the struggle to come to terms with oneself.