The Body

Name: The Body
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Rating: 4.7 (4496 reviews)
Author: Stephen King
ISBN: 9781982103538

Stephen King

4.7 out of 5

4,496 global ratings

Set in the fictional town of Castle Rock, Maine

#1 New York Times bestselling author Stephen King’s timeless novella “The Body”—originally published in his 1982 short story collection Different Seasons, and adapted into the 1986 film classic Stand by Me—is now available as a stand-alone publication.

It’s 1960 in the fictional town of Castle Rock, Maine. Ray Brower, a boy from a nearby town, has disappeared, and twelve-year-old Gordie Lachance and his three friends set out on a quest to find his body along the railroad tracks. During the course of their journey, Gordie, Chris Chambers, Teddy Duchamp, and Vern Tessio come to terms with death and the harsh truths of growing up in a small factory town that doesn’t offer much in the way of a future.

A timeless exploration of the loneliness and isolation of young adulthood, Stephen King’s The Body is an iconic, unforgettable, coming-of-age story.

192 pages,

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First published June 4, 2018

ISBN 9781982103538

About the authors

Stephen King

Stephen King is the author of more than fifty books, all of them worldwide bestsellers. His first crime thriller featuring Bill Hodges, MR MERCEDES, won the Edgar Award for best novel and was shortlisted for the CWA Gold Dagger Award. Both MR MERCEDES and END OF WATCH received the Goodreads Choice Award for the Best Mystery and Thriller of 2014 and 2016 respectively.

King co-wrote the bestselling novel Sleeping Beauties with his son Owen King, and many of King's books have been turned into celebrated films and television series including The Shawshank Redemption, Gerald's Game and It.

King was the recipient of America's prestigious 2014 National Medal of Arts and the 2003 National Book Foundation Medal for distinguished contribution to American Letters. In 2007 he also won the Grand Master Award from the Mystery Writers of America. He lives with his wife Tabitha King in Maine.

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Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2024

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My wife loves Steven King and thinks this book is very good like his others

Angelika

A very interesting book

Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2024

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A very interesting book, the story holds attention completely. It was a little difficult to perceive teenage slang as a non-native speaker. Convenient format to take with you, good print quality.

Angelpoppi

Greatest book

Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2024

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I love this author as never disappointing. Well written and is a page turner. Lots of twists and keeps you guessing. Highly recommended if you love psychological thrillers!

Leanne

Excellent

Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2024

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I had read this story many years ago, glad I went for a second read. I have read The Stand, Delores Claiborne and Duma Key several times over the years. My favorites and all exceptional in my opinion. The Body is an excellent short story, check them all out if you haven't already.

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Doris

Good writer

Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2024

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very good book

Amy aka mom

Great coming of age story

Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2024

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If you liked the movie, you will love the book!

Becky Rhoades

Just like the movie

Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2024

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Wow. Took me longer than I thought but still good as ever. This was the second time I've read it.

abel

Good product

Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2024

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Such a good book can't get enough of Stephen King Books. Will order more.

Evan

Must read!

Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2024

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I’m not really into books but this one I read fully and actually was interested in! The plot and everything about it makes it a perfect read!

Bill Smith

The Death of Childhood

Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2024

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If you grew up loving Stand By Me and want to read the source material, then this book is for you. It's fairly similar to the book, but there are some differences, and I will let you find those for yourself. The tone and feel of the book are similar to the film, but there are spots where the book provides more depth and detail.

This is a coming of age tale, about 12 year-olds transitioning into adulthood and leaving childhood behind, so it makes sense that the kids are going to see a dead kid their age (the body symbolizes the death of childhood).

That being said, the book didn't blow me away, and on its own it probably wasn't my cup of tea, but for those that really love Gordie, Chris, Vern, and Teddy, this short and quick read will scratch your Castle Rock itch. This is probably one of those rare instances where the film outdoes the book, but both are worth your time, if you are a fan.

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