The Shining. A book for reading in English

"The Shining" is the best book by the master of mysticism Stephen King. The novel has become a classic of its genre and a worldwide bestseller, and Stanley Kubrick's film based on "The Shining" is listed among the best films... of the 20th century. Writer Jack Torrance takes a job as the caretaker of the luxurious Overlook Hotel in the mountains. He hopes to finish his play and spend time with his family. The Torrance couple's relationship is falling apart, but they believe that a few months alone with each other and their young son will bring them closer again. However, the hotel harbors so many terrible secrets that its atmosphere is hard to resist. With each passing day, there is less and less humanity left in the main character. And terrible events begin to happen in the hotel... The unadapted text of the novel is accompanied by comments and a glossary.