The End of the World as We Know It

<p>Since its initial publication in 1978, <i>The Stand </i>has been considered #1 <i>New York Times </i>bestselling author and master storyteller Stephen King''s seminal masterpiece of apocalyptic fiction, with millions of copies sold and adapted twice for television. Although there are other extraor­dinary works exploring the unraveling of human society, none have been as influential as this iconic novel - with generations of writers impacted by its dark yet ultimately hopeful vision of the end and new beginning of civilization, and its stunning array of unforgettable characters.<br><br>Now for the first time, Stephen King has fully authorized a return to the harrowing world of <i>The Stand </i>through this original short story anthology as presented by award-winning authors and editors Christopher Golden and Brian Keene. Bringing together some of today''s greatest and most visionary writers, <i>The End of the World as We Know It </i>fea­tures remarkable, all-new stories set during and after the events of <i>The Stand</i>-brilliant, terrifying, and painfully human tales that will resonate with readers everywhere as an essential companion to the clas­sic bestselling novel.</p>