The Long Walk
The Long Walk by Stephen King, published by Simon and Schuster on September 2, 2025, is a Media Tie-In edition comprising 320 pages. This novel, originally written under the pseudonym Richard Bachman, presents a chilling narrative set in a dystopian near-future America. It follows sixteen-year-old Ray Garraty as he participates in a brutal competition where one hundred boys must maintain a relentless pace of four miles per hour without stopping, with only one emerging as the victor.
Readers will encounter a gripping exploration of survival and the psychological toll of competition as the contestants face increasingly dire circumstances. The story delves into themes of endurance and the human spirit, set against a backdrop of societal collapse. The Long Walk combines elements of horror, suspense, and science fiction, making it a compelling read for fans of genre fiction. This edition invites both new readers and longtime fans to experience King’s early work in a fresh format.
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The brilliant and chilling first novel Stephen King ever wrote tells the tale of the contestants of a diabolically cruel competition where 100 boys start the “long walk” and there is only one winner—the one that survives.
In a dystopian near-future, America has fallen on hard times. Sixteen-year-old Ray Garraty is about to compete in the annual grueling match of stamina and wits known as the Long Walk. One hundred boys must keep a steady pace of four miles per hour day and night, without ever stopping. The winner gets “The Prize”—anything he wants for the rest of his life. But the rules of the Long Walk are harsh and the stakes could not be higher. There is no finish line—the winner is the last man standing. Contestants cannot receive any outside aid whatsoever. Slow down under the speed limit and you’re given a warning. Three warnings and you’re out of the game—forever.
Written by King when he was a college student and published in 1979 under the pseudonym Richard Bachman, The Long Walk is an unforgettable and timeless masterpiece that showcases King’s genius for character building and his visionary storytelling.
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