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The first in the 8-volume epic horror fantasy introduces us to Roland, the last gunslinger in a future time and dystopian place on a plane different than our own. The landscape resembles an American Old West but contains remnants of the past that reflect our own 20th century history: “Hey Jude” plays on the piano at the honky tonk, a gas station becomes an enigmatic and religious relic… Roland is in pursuit of the Man in Black, a powerful sorcerer who contains knowledge about Dark Tower, Roland’s ultimate goal. There is a lot of allegorical and metaphorical language, symbols and ritual that makes this story rich if a little obtuse on the first reading but the richness and vivid descriptions make the dreamscape and fable-like plot seem real. Immersed in a shadowy and gritty fantasy realm woven with religious undertones, Stephen King's narrative grips you forcefully, compelling you to absorb every word, evoking a visceral response – a quality that defines his writing. His exploration of the dark and morbid facets of death is evident, as is typical in his works. However, a notable drawback is the absence of a clear sense of progression or resolution. The reader traverses this grim journey without discernible directional cues, creating a somewhat disorienting experience. The narrative's use of flashbacks within flashbacks proves to be both disruptive and seamlessly integrated. Some instances jar the reader, while others effortlessly enhance the unfolding story. In summary, it's a compelling read, offering a brief introduction to this intricate world. Yet, the lingering feeling persists that not much has truly transpired; perhaps, though, this is a deliberate setup for a more expansive and captivating plotline in the future. The Dark Tower isn't a typical Steven King read. It's more The Stand-esque in that it isn't much of a horror book. It incorporates minimal horror elements (I'm sure King couldn't help it), but plays out like an adventure or even a fantasy novel. It's an enticing read that makes you hunger for more of what King has to offer with the series. Unlike a lot of King's other works, this one isn't really dense and somewhat hard to put down once you start reading. The opening of the book is slow, but it really picks up around the middle of the first part. Also, the illustrations are very aesthetically pleasing. My only complaints with this book are the aforementioned slow opening and the somewhat overuse of foreshadowing. But other than those 2 flaws, the book is a solid read and makes you want to read the other 6 books. Sense ressenyes | afegeix-hi una ressenya
Pertany a aquestes sèriesThe Dark Tower (1) Pertany a aquestes col·leccions editorialsHeyne Allgemeine Reihe (13951) Heyne Paperback (41/11) Contingut aThe Dark Tower, Books 1-3: The Gunslinger, The Drawing of the Three, and The Waste Lands de Stephen King The Dark Tower 8-Book Boxed Set de Stephen King (indirecte) ContéTé l'adaptacióInspirat enTé una concordançaTé una guia d'estudi per a estudiantsPremis
"An impressive work of mythic magnitude that may turn out to be Stephen King's greatest literary achievement" (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution), The Gunslinger is the first volume in the epic Dark Tower Series. A #1 national bestseller, The Gunslinger introduces readers to one of Stephen King's most powerful creations, Roland of Gilead: The Last Gunslinger. He is a haunting figure, a loner on a spellbinding journey into good and evil. In his desolate world, which mirrors our own in frightening ways, Roland tracks The Man in Black, encounters an enticing woman named Alice, and begins a friendship with the boy from New York named Jake. Inspired in part by the Robert Browning narrative pum, "Childe Roland to the Dark Tower Came," The Gunslinger is "a compelling whirlpool of a story that draws one irretrievable to its center" (Milwaukee Sentinel). It is "brilliant and fresh.and will leave you panting for more" (Booklist). No s'han trobat descripcions de biblioteca. |
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Anyway - I'm hooked, can't wait for The Drawing of the Three. ( )