The Running Man
The Running Man by Richard Bachman, published by Hodder in 2012, is a gripping narrative that explores the dark side of reality television. This first edition spans 241 pages and is presented in English. The story follows a desperate contestant in a brutal game show where survival is the only goal, and the stakes are life and death. As viewers tune in from all walks of life, the protagonist faces overwhelming odds in a rigged competition that promises a billion-dollar jackpot for those who can endure.
Readers will find a blend of fiction, horror, and science fiction as they delve into this intense tale of action and adventure. The narrative captures the psychological tension of a dystopian society where entertainment is derived from the suffering of others. With themes of suspense and crime woven throughout, The Running Man presents a thought-provoking commentary on societal values and the nature of survival in an apocalyptic setting.
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The iconic bestseller from Stephen King, writing as Richard Bachman, ‘Love The Hunger Games? . . . This prescient novel is a fast-paced and fun read – a harbinger of reality TV – and you’ll root for Ben to outwit the Games Network in this grim fight to the death’ (Today Books, NBC News).
It’s not just a game when you’re running for your life.
Every night they tune in to the nation’s favourite prime-time TV game show.
They all watch, from the sprawling slums to the security-obsessed enclaves of the rich. They all watch the ultimate live death game as the contestants try to beat not the clock, but annihilation at the hands of the Hunters. Survive thirty days and win the billion dollar jackpot – that is the promise. But the odds are brutal and the game rigged. Best score so far is eight days.
And now there is a new contestant, the latest Running Man, staking his life while a nation watches.
Publisher’s note: The Running Man is also one of the three stories featured in The Bachman Books.
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