WTNY 5-31-2007 06:30
"The Stand"
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The Stand is a post-apocalyptic science fiction / horror / adventure novel by Stephen King originally published in 1978. It re-works the scenario in King’s earlier short story, “Night Surf” (included in the short story collection Night Shift). It is widely hailed by critics and fans as one of his best novels.[1]
The novel was re-released as The Stand: The Complete & Uncut Edition in 1990. King restored some text originally cut for brevity, added and revised sections, changed the setting of the novel from 1980 to 1990, and updated a few pop culture references accordingly. This edition featured art by Berni Wrightson.
A film has been made based on the book, and a TV miniseries based on The Stand and scripted by King himself was released in 1994.