The Stand
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The Stand
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The Stand
First came the days of the plague. Then came the dreams.Dark dreams that warned of the coming of the dark man. The apostate of death, his worn-down boot heels tramping the night roads. The warlord of the charnel house and Prince of Evil.His time is at hand. His empire grows in the west and the Apocalypse looms..
'Not since Dickens has a writer had so many readers by the throat' (Guardian) - Stephen King is an American Dickens of our time
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionAs the remnants of society struggle to rebuild, they must choose between the path of light and dark. Mother Abagail brings hope, rallying her followers in Boulder, Colorado, encouraging them to form a community based on compassion and mutual support.
In stark contrast, Randall Flagg, a malevolent entity with mysterious powers, establishes a despotic regime in Las Vegas, fostering fear, violence, and subjugation. His horrific past and insidious plans lead his followers down a dark path, as his influence grows, and the ultimate confrontation looms.
The survivors are confronted with harrowing moral choices, alliances, and conflicts, testing the very essence of humanity. As these two camps prepare for an inevitable clash, the stakes couldn’t be higher—fate hangs in the balance in an epic battle between good and evil.
The Stand is more than a post-apocalyptic tale; it is a profound exploration of society, morality, and the human spirit, expertly woven with Stephen King’s trademark suspense and intricate character development. This dystopian saga draws readers into an immersive experience, combining horror, fantasy, and drama in an unforgettable masterpiece.
The time of reckoning is at hand. Randall Flagg's empire of chaos extends its shadow in the west, and the Apocalypse is nigh. Will humanity find redemption or succumb to darkness?
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The Stand by Stephen King is widely praised for his exceptional storytelling ability. According to the Sunday Times, King is considered a writer of excellence and one of the most fertile storytellers in contemporary literature. The Guardian's Toby Litt compares King to Charles Dickens, labelling him the greatest popular novelist of our time.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781444720730
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 12 May 2011
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hodder & Stoughton
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 56.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 830g
Pages: 1232
About the Author
Stephen King has been described by the Guardian as 'one of the greatest storytellers of our time', by the Mirror as a 'genius' and by The Sunday Times as 'one of the most fertile storytellers of the modern novel.' In 2003, he was given the National Book Foundation Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters. He lives with his wife, the novelist Tabitha King, for most of the year in Maine, USA.
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