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With film tie-in cover for the new film, IT: CHAPTER 2, which will be in theatres from September 6th.
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! DescriptionWelcome to Derry, Maine. At first glance, this quaint town is just like any other: familiar, well-ordered, and seemingly a pleasant place to raise a family. But beneath the surface lies an ancient, shape-shifting horror that has haunted Derry for decades.
It tells the tale of a group of young friends who become united by their terrifying encounters with a monstrous entity that takes on the form of their darkest fears. Known most famously as the malevolent clown Pennywise, this creature emerges from the town’s sewers to prey on the innocent, leaving a trail of unspeakable horror in its wake.
Years pass and the children grow up, leading separate lives far from Derry. They bury the memories of their shared trauma, only to be drawn back together as adults when the killings start again. Bound by an unbreakable promise, they must confront their deepest fears to defeat the evil that has terrorised their hometown for generations.
Stephen King masterfully interweaves past and present, childhood and adulthood, to explore themes of friendship, trauma, and the enduring strength required to overcome the darkest of horrors. The vivid characterisations and richly detailed world of Derry create an immersive experience that will captivate, terrify, and deeply move readers.
"They float... and when you're down here with me, you'll float, too."
Prepare yourself for a journey into the heart of fear with It, a timeless masterpiece that not only stands as a pillar of horror fiction but also Hollywood's cinematic legacy.
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It by Stephen King is highly praised for its compelling storytelling and masterful writing. Described as one of the greatest storytellers of our time by the Guardian, King showcases his storytelling skills in this substantial and impressive work, as noted by the Sunday Times.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781473666948
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 July 2017
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hodder Paperback
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 53.0mm
Width: 134.0mm
Height: 197.0mm
Weight: 738g
Pages: 1088
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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