The Stand - Stephen King

The Stand An Epic Thriller from the No. 1 Bestseller Stephen King “A masterpiece.” — The Guardian From the world’s greatest storyteller comes Stephen King’s definitive vision of apocalypse and renewal — a sweeping, terrifying, and deeply human epic that has become one of the most influential novels ever written. The Story First came the virus. Then came the dreams. When a man escapes from a top-secret biological testing facility, he carries with him a mutated strain of super-flu capable of wiping out 99% of the world’s population. Within weeks, civilisation collapses — leaving only scattered survivors to pick through the ruins of humanity. From the chaos, two leaders emerge: Mother Abagail, the 108-year-old prophet of light, calling the good to Boulder, Colorado. Randall Flagg, the “Dark Man,” an agent of chaos and death, gathering those drawn to evil. Now the last remnants of mankind must choose a side — and the final battle between good and evil begins. Why You’ll Love The Stand Stephen King’s greatest epic – A monumental tale of survival, faith, and destiny. One of the most influential post-apocalyptic novels ever written. Unnervingly relevant – A haunting portrayal of a world devastated by pandemic and fear. Features two of King’s most iconic characters – Mother Abagail and Randall Flagg. Perfect for fans of The Walking Dead, Swan Song, and The Passage. Praise for The Stand “A masterpiece.” — The Guardian “His work plumbs, with unnerving accuracy, the hopes and fears of an entire nation.” — The Observer Product Details Author: Stephen King Format: Hardback / Paperback (check edition type) Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Genre: Horror / Apocalyptic Fiction / Epic Thriller