The Shining (novel)
The Shining is a 1977 horror novel by American writer Stephen King. It was King's third published novel and first bestseller. The book was adapted into a movie by Stanley Kubrick in 1980, which was very successful as well.
| Author | Stephen King |
|---|---|
| Cover artist | Dave Christensen |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Doubleday |
| Media type | Print (Hardcover) |
| ISBN | 978-0-385-12167-5 |
| Followed by | Doctor Sleep |
The Shining (novel) Media
The Stanley Hotel, which hosted King in 1974, served as the inspiration for the Overlook Hotel.