The Long Walk
The Long Walk by Stephen King, published by Simon and Schuster on February 16, 2016, is a reissue of the author’s first novel, originally released in 1979 under the pseudonym Richard Bachman. This edition spans 320 pages and is presented in English. The narrative unfolds in a dystopian near-future America, where a brutal competition challenges 100 boys to maintain a relentless pace of four miles per hour without stopping, with only one emerging as the victor.
Readers will encounter the harrowing journey of sixteen-year-old Ray Garraty as he participates in this grueling test of endurance and mental fortitude. The stakes are high, with contestants facing severe consequences for slowing down, and the absence of any external support adds to the tension. The Long Walk delves into themes of survival and psychological strain, showcasing King’s ability to create compelling characters and a gripping atmosphere within the realms of horror and science fiction.
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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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