The Stand by Stephen King

1153 Pages, Published In 1978

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An epic tale of a superflu pandemic that wipes out 99% of the population and the aftermath as humanity rebuilds. A gripping battle between good and evil. Richly developed human & nonhuman characters. A classic (post-)apocalyptic and horror with themes of love, hope, friendship, and resilience, and philosophical insights on human nature, morality, and society. A Christmas scene at the end is a heartwarming retreat amidst the chaos. Both chilling and thought-provoking. One of King’s finest!