[Scheduled] The Stand by Stephen King, Chapters 45-47 : r/bookclub
: Also known as "The Dark Man" or "The Walkin' Dude," he is a demonic entity gathering forces in Las Vegas. He rules through fear, attracting those with darker impulses or a desire for rigid order. Key Characters The Stand
The Battle for the Soul of America: A Look at "The Stand" Stephen King's epic 1978 novel, The Stand , remains a titan of post-apocalyptic fiction. It explores a world decimated by a genetically engineered superflu—often called "Captain Trips"—leaving a tiny fraction of humanity to choose between two diametrically opposed leaders. The Catalyst: Captain Trips [Scheduled] The Stand by Stephen King, Chapters 45-47