The Shining
The Shining by Stephen King is a reissue published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on June 26, 2012, featuring 672 pages in English. This classic of modern American horror follows Jack Torrance, who takes a job as the caretaker of the remote Overlook Hotel. As winter descends, the hotel’s dark secrets begin to unravel, impacting Jack and his family in unforeseen ways.
Readers will find a gripping narrative that explores themes of isolation and supernatural occurrences. The story centers on Jack’s attempts to reconnect with his family while confronting the sinister forces at play within the hotel. The unique perspective of his gifted five-year-old son, Danny, adds depth to the unfolding horror. This edition invites readers to experience the chilling atmosphere and psychological tension that have made The Shining a significant work in the horror genre.
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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE‘S 100 BEST MYSTERY AND THRILLER BOOKS OF ALL TIME • Before Doctor Sleep, there was The Shining, a classic of modern American horror. Jack Torrance takes a job as the caretaker of the remote Overlook Hotel. As the brutal winter sets in, the hotel’s dark secrets begin to unravel.
“An undisputed master of suspense and terror.” —The Washington Post
Jack Torrance’s new job at the Overlook Hotel is the perfect chance for a fresh start. As the off-season caretaker at the atmospheric old hotel, he’ll have plenty of time to spend reconnecting with his family and working on his writing. But as the harsh winter weather sets in, the idyllic location feels ever more remote . . . and more sinister. And the only one to notice the strange and terrible forces gathering around the Overlook is Danny Torrance, a uniquely gifted five-year-old.
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