Science Fiction· United States
The Bachman Books (Long Walk / Rage / Roadwork / Running Man)
by Stephen KingAggregate Editorial Score35/100
#15,948of 99,626 books
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Published 1985English
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Stephen King's The Bachman Books (Long Walk / Rage / Roadwork / Running Man) (1985) stands as one of the most significant works of science fiction of its era. A groundbreaking work of science fiction, The Bachman Books (Long Walk / Rage / Roadwork / Running Man) by Stephen King (1985) envisions futures that continue to feel urgent and prophetic.
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Speculative fiction exploring technology, space, the future, and society.
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First published in 1985, Stephen King's The Bachman Books (Long Walk / Rage / Roadwork / Running Man) is a work of science fiction that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with the human condition gives the book a depth that extends well beyond its genre.
With an editorial score of 35/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys.
Readers coming to The Bachman Books (Long Walk / Rage / Roadwork / Running Man) for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of the human condition is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at.
Within United States's literary landscape, Stephen King occupies a significant position. The Bachman Books (Long Walk / Rage / Roadwork / Running Man) is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
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notable · national
198535
Stephen King is a celebrated author from United States known for influential works of horror.
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