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The Talisman

by Stephen King, Peter Straub · 1984 · 646 pages

Steven Spielberg
Steven Spielberg
Recommended by 1 elite

Recommended by 1 Elite

Steven Spielberg

About This Book

Twelve-year-old Jack Sawyer embarks on an epic quest across the United States and a parallel realm known as the Territories to find a mystical talisman. His journey is driven by the desperate need to save his mother, who is dying of cancer. Along the way, Jack discovers 'twinners' and faces dark forces that threaten both worlds.

Book Details

Published

1984

Pages

646

Language

en

ISBN

9780670691999

Awards & Recognition

Locus Award Nominee for Best Fantasy Novel (1985)World Fantasy Award Nominee for Best Novel (1985)

Series

Part 1 of Jack Sawyer Trilogy

Audiobook Available

28h 0m
Narrated by Frank Muller

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