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The Shining

l'enfant lumière

Stephen King

1977 EN ★ 100

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 o...

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The Shining

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.

Reading guide

Why read The Shining?

Released in 1977, The Shining sits at an interesting point in literary history, bridging classic sensibilities with more modern narrative techniques.

It sits at the crossroads of Horror, Thriller, and Fantasy, making it appealing to readers with varied tastes who enjoy stories that defy easy classification.

Available on Bookble for readers looking to explore Stephen King's work and build a focused reading list.

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If you enjoy Stephen King's voice, explore The Gunslinger, The Stand, and 11/22/63 from the same author to continue in a familiar style.

Within Horror, readers who liked The Shining often gravitate toward The Picture of Dorian Gray, Frankenstein, and Dracula — each sharing thematic DNA while offering a different perspective.

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What is The Shining about?

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,...

Who wrote The Shining?

The Shining is by Stephen King.

What genre is The Shining?

The Shining falls within Horror, Thriller, and Fantasy. Browse related categories on Bookble to find books with a similar style.

When was The Shining published?

The Shining was first published in 1977 by Stephen King.

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