McCoy, Horace
They Shoot Horses, Don't They?
- ISBN 13:
- 9781788165907
- author:
- McCoy, Horace
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Profile Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 0.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
They Shoot Horses, Don't They? by Horace McCoy is a haunting portrayal of desperation and survival during the Great Depression. In this dark tale, the allure of extra money leads people to participate in a marathon dance competition, but beneath its seemingly innocent surface lies a world of violence and exploitation. As the dancers push themselves to exhaustion, the true cost of their efforts becomes clear. This is a story that strips away the glamour of the dance halls to reveal the harsh realities of a nation on the brink of collapse. With its unflinching gaze into the heart of human desperation, this novel remains a powerful and thought-provoking read today.
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