The Shining
The Shining by Stephen King is a reprint edition published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on August 27, 2013. This novel, written in English and spanning 688 pages, explores the unsettling experiences of Jack Torrance, who takes on the role of caretaker at the isolated Overlook Hotel. As winter descends, the hotel’s hidden horrors begin to emerge, impacting Jack and his family in profound ways.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of horror and the supernatural, as Jack’s aspirations for a fresh start become overshadowed by the dark secrets of the hotel. The story also highlights the unique perspective of Danny Torrance, a five-year-old with extraordinary abilities, who senses the malevolent forces at play. This edition presents a significant work in the horror genre, offering insights into the psychological and supernatural elements that define the chilling atmosphere of the Overlook Hotel.
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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • ONE OF TIME‘S 100 BEST MYSTERY AND THRILLER BOOKS OF ALL TIME • In this masterpiece of modern American horror that inspired Stanley Kubrick’s classic film, 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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