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It: Chapter Two — now a major motion picture.
Step into the eerily captivating world crafted by Stephen King in his classic, spine-chilling novel It. This #1 New York Times bestseller is celebrated as "a landmark in American literature" by the Chicago Sun-Times and remains one of King's most compelling and enduring works.
Set in the seemingly peaceful town of Derry, Maine, the story weaves together the lives of seven friends who call themselves the "Losers' Club." Once bound by their childhood encounters with a malevolent, shape-shifting entity, their connection compels them to reunite as adults. Bound by an unbreakable oath, they are drawn back to their hometown three decades later when the nightmare they believed to be long vanquished resurfaces, vowing to end their lives.
The group must confront their deepest fears and murderous human manifestations of the shapeshifter as they attempt to destroy it once and for all. As they delve into the darkness surrounding Derry, the friends must reconcile their past traumas with their present courage, delving deeper into the perils that threaten both their lives and the fate of their town.
With masterful storytelling, Stephen King explores timeless themes of friendship, fear, and the battle between good and evil in It. Through both harrowing and heartfelt moments, this epic tale captures the complexities of human emotion and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of seemingly insurmountable evil. Dive into the terror and triumph of It and discover why this story has captivated and horrified readers for generations.
Prepare to be gripped by relentless suspense and a narrative that will linger long after the final page is turned. It is not just a book—it's a testament to the power of storytelling at its most haunting and brilliant.
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It is praised for its ability to deeply immerse readers with characters that feel incredibly realistic and relatable. The narrative is compelling enough to need the comfort of a well-lit room, showcasing Stephen King's masterful blend of horror and engaging storytelling.
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ISBN: 9781982127794
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 30 July 2019
Country: United States
Imprint: Simon & Schuster
Edition: Media Tie-In ed.
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 51.0mm
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 211.0mm
Weight: 907g
Pages: 1184
About the Author
Stephen King is the author of more than sixty books, all of them worldwide bestsellers. His recent work includes the short story collection You Like It Darker, Holly, Fairy Tale, Billy Summers, If It Bleeds, The Institute, Elevation, The Outsider, Sleeping Beauties (cowritten with his son Owen King), and the Bill Hodges trilogy: End of Watch, Finders Keepers, and Mr. Mercedes (an Edgar Award winner for Best Novel and a television series streaming on Peacock). His novel 11/22/63 was named a top ten book of 2011 by The New York Times Book Review and won the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Mystery/Thriller. His epic works The Dark Tower, It, Pet Sematary, Doctor Sleep, and Firestarter are the basis for major motion pictures, with It now the highest-grossing horror film of all time. He is the recipient of the 2020 Audio Publishers Association Lifetime Achievement Award, the 2018 PEN America Literary Service Award, the 2014 National Medal of Arts, and the 2003 National Book Foundation Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters. He lives in Bangor, Maine, with his wife, novelist Tabitha King.
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