Peter Shaffer

2 summariesPsychology, Historical Fiction

Peter Shaffer was a British playwright and screenwriter known for his thought-provoking works. His notable plays include "Equus," which explores the psychological struggles of a young man, and "Amadeus," a fictionalized account of the rivalry between composers Mozart and Salieri. Shaffer received significant recognition for his contributions to theater, including multiple Tony Awards.

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Books by Peter Shaffer

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Equus
Peter Shaffer
3.9 (18k) average on GoodreadsPsychology
A psychiatrist dissects the spiritual emptiness of modern man through the case of a stable boy who blinded six horses, revealing a world where the sacred is replaced by a destructive yearning for passion.
Amadeus
Peter Shaffer
4.2 (16k) average on GoodreadsHistorical Fiction
In 18th-century Vienna, the devout but ordinary court composer Salieri wages a secret war against the divinely gifted, vulgar Mozart, convinced God favors the prodigy he seeks to destroy.