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Posted: 1/31/2011 5:31:37 PM EST
Hey guys, there was a thread on here titled "I have been true and carry the guns of my father" or something like that on here last week and I cant find it for the life of me. The title piqued my interest and I couldnt resist clicking it
Anyway it was about the Dark Tower books and I wanted to thank the author of the thread for bringing my attention to them. I'm about halfway through the second book. Any other lovers of the series? |
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I love the dark tower series adn eagerly await the next DT book King says he will be writing
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Good books, I like the giant bear with living maggot snot. And I wanted tooter fish sammiches after reading the 1st book.
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Mike Fleming of Deadline Hollywood is reporting that oscar-winning actor Javier Bardem will play Roland Deschain in the upcoming Dark Tower films and television series. For more information, see Deadline Hollywood using the link below.
http://www.stephenking.com/promo/dark_tower_film_and_tv/news_tracker/ |
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Naw I hate Harry Potter. I love King I read the first 3 books I think. But it was about the time that the last book came out. My friend had been waiting years for it so she was all over it when it came out. The ending pissed her off. So I threw in the towel. I didn't want to devote that much time to be just be disappointed. Plus my life just got really busy around then. But I've been thinking about giving them another shot. I really liked what I read. |
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Naw I hate Harry Potter. I love King I read the first 3 books I think. But it was about the time that the last book came out. My friend had been waiting years for it so she was all over it when it came out. The ending pissed her off. So I threw in the towel. I didn't want to devote that much time to be just be disappointed. Plus my life just got really busy around then. But I've been thinking about giving them another shot. I really liked what I read. the ending was great. it ended the only way it could have in my opinion |
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I kinda grew up with that series and the last few books were a let down for me. I was really disappointed in the ending, but the series is really good. I think that King lost something in his accident, and it sucks because he had a gift.
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I love the dark tower series adn eagerly await the next DT book King says he will be writing |
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All the Dark Tower books were excellent, but if you're enjoying them, definately read The Stand by Stephen King. Similar end of the world feel to it, but a little more realistic. Easily Kings best book.
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Wizard and Glass was my favorite. It was all downhill after that....
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All the Dark Tower books were excellent, but if you're enjoying them, definately read The Stand by Stephen King. Similar end of the world feel to it, but a little more realistic. Easily Kings best book. Actually the "Walkin' Dude" shows up in the Dark Tower books. As do many of King's pet monsters and heroes. I agree the ending was not what I hoped for either. But somehow if fit well and didn't leave me feeling cheated as some good series have. |
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I started reading the first one (I think) ...... "The Gunfighter" or something like that ........ enjoyed it immensely ..... right up to the point where he start's mentioning his "love" of the little boy. Right there I put the book down for fear it was going someplace I'd rather not.
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I started reading the first one (I think) ...... "The Gunfighter" or something like that ........ enjoyed it immensely ..... right up to the point where he start's mentioning his "love" of the little boy. Right there I put the book down for fear it was going someplace I'd rather not.
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Quoted: Hey guys, there was a thread on here titled "I have been true and carry the guns of my father" or something like that on here last week and I cant find it for the life of me. The title piqued my interest and I couldnt resist clicking it Anyway it was about the Dark Tower books and I wanted to thank the author of the thread for bringing my attention to them. I'm about halfway through the second book. Any other lovers of the series? Yes. Fantastic books, despite the eclectic plot and poor editing- one of my favorite series ever. |
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Quoted: I started reading the first one (I think) ...... "The Gunfighter" or something like that ........ enjoyed it immensely ..... right up to the point where he start's mentioning his "love" of the little boy. Right there I put the book down for fear it was going someplace I'd rather not. |
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I started reading the first one (I think) ...... "The Gunfighter" or something like that ........ enjoyed it immensely ..... right up to the point where he start's mentioning his "love" of the little boy. Right there I put the book down for fear it was going someplace I'd rather not. Well, Captain Double-Tap, you cheated yourself out of a good book. But at least you got to roll in and shit in a thread with a half witted remark!!! |
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Quoted: I started reading the first one (I think) ...... "The Gunfighter" or something like that ........ enjoyed it immensely ..... right up to the point where he start's mentioning his "love" of the little boy. Right there I put the book down for fear it was going someplace I'd rather not. What? |
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Great books. I was not crazy about the last one.
My favorite parts focus on Roland's youth. |
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Quoted: Quoted: I started reading the first one (I think) ...... "The Gunfighter" or something like that ........ enjoyed it immensely ..... right up to the point where he start's mentioning his "love" of the little boy. Right there I put the book down for fear it was going someplace I'd rather not. Well, Captain Double-Tap, you cheated yourself out of a good book. But at least you got to roll in and shit in a thread with a half witted remark!!! The SK disciples are a little touchy, aren't they? Just sayin' I put the book down at that point and haven't touched it since ....... |
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I started reading the first one (I think) ...... "The Gunfighter" or something like that ........ enjoyed it immensely ..... right up to the point where he start's mentioning his "love" of the little boy. Right there I put the book down for fear it was going someplace I'd rather not. So you immediately thought that Roland was going to rape him or something? I don't understand. |
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I started reading the first one (I think) ...... "The Gunfighter" or something like that ........ enjoyed it immensely ..... right up to the point where he start's mentioning his "love" of the little boy. Right there I put the book down for fear it was going someplace I'd rather not. Well, Captain Double-Tap, you cheated yourself out of a good book. But at least you got to roll in and shit in a thread with a half witted remark!!! The SK disciples are a little touchy, aren't they? Just sayin' I put the book down at that point and haven't touched it since ....... yeah that makes since. I mean. a series with as many fans that it has, that has stretched 7 books plus more to come, and comic book additions. and tie ins to most other books. obviously must feature pedo as a major them. Thats why soooo many people loved them.. leave him alone guys, his train of thought on the series is perfectly understandable. hell now that I think about it, Roland should have molested Jake |
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OP: This series takes a while to finish, and twists and turns incredibly throughout. Be ready to make a pretty big decision for yourself in the last novel. It will affect the whole series for you.
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I've read all but the last one. I have it on the shelf but just can't bring myself to finish. Really should get around to it one of these days. Enjoyed up to now.
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the Dark Tower series is my favorite book series of all time ever. A modern masterpiece.
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Quoted: Quoted: I started reading the first one (I think) ...... "The Gunfighter" or something like that ........ enjoyed it immensely ..... right up to the point where he start's mentioning his "love" of the little boy. Right there I put the book down for fear it was going someplace I'd rather not. So you immediately thought that Roland was going to rape him or something? I don't understand. I don't care. The book was mildly entertaining up to that point. I might revisit it from that point one of these days since you guys have at least confirmed my discomfort was probably unfounded. |
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All the Dark Tower books were excellent, but if you're enjoying them, definately read The Stand by Stephen King. Similar end of the world feel to it, but a little more realistic. Easily Kings best book. Without a doubt. The ultimate apocalyptic showdown. |
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What is wrong with loving a little boy? I love my little boy. This point is when Roland starts to regain his humanity.
I have read them all over and over and spent a good bit of time at palaver. I am pretty sure I understand the entire interleaved plot now. I've got the comics, and if you want more details of Rolands early life, get those. |
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One of my favorite stories. It ended in the only way it could have.
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I started reading the first one (I think) ...... "The Gunfighter" or something like that ........ enjoyed it immensely ..... right up to the point where he start's mentioning his "love" of the little boy. Right there I put the book down for fear it was going someplace I'd rather not. weird...... You may have to spend some time on self reflection. |
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I've got the comics, and if you want more details of Rolands early life, get those. My interest in the graphic novels waned when, in the first one I picked up, Roland's and the other initial ka-tet's fathers knew there was something afoot in Mejis and sent the boys with instructions to find out what was up. That's so completely and totally opposite what happened in Wizard & Glass that I put down the G.N. and decided I would not bother with them further. |
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I kinda grew up with that series and the last few books were a let down for me. I was really disappointed in the ending, but the series is really good. I think that King lost something in his accident, and it sucks because he had a gift. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile I just started book V (wolves of calla) and felt that the series continued to get better and better (and the books thicker and thicker). I'd hate to see the quality go down; but I am so impressed by what I've read so far that I will settle for whatever the ending is. Definitely worth reading - instant classics. |
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I kinda grew up with that series and the last few books were a let down for me. I was really disappointed in the ending, but the series is really good. I think that King lost something in his accident, and it sucks because he had a gift. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile I just started book V (wolves of calla) and felt that the series continued to get better and better (and the books thicker and thicker). I'd hate to see the quality go down; but I am so impressed by what I've read so far that I will settle for whatever the ending is. Definitely worth reading - instant classics. I think the books ended the only way they could end, rather brilliant actually. You'll enjoy Wolves of the Calla especially if you like The Seven Samurai. |
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wow. I guess i'll refrain from sharing my opinion of Stephen King's lowbrow and ignorant writing style that millions pay good money to read.
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I started reading the first one (I think) ...... "The Gunfighter" or something like that ........ enjoyed it immensely ..... right up to the point where he start's mentioning his "love" of the little boy. Right there I put the book down for fear it was going someplace I'd rather not. Well, Captain Double-Tap, you cheated yourself out of a good book. But at least you got to roll in and shit in a thread with a half witted remark!!! The SK disciples are a little touchy, aren't they? Just sayin' I put the book down at that point and haven't touched it since ....... |
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Naw I hate Harry Potter. I love King I read the first 3 books I think. But it was about the time that the last book came out. My friend had been waiting years for it so she was all over it when it came out. The ending pissed her off. So I threw in the towel. I didn't want to devote that much time to be just be disappointed. Plus my life just got really busy around then. But I've been thinking about giving them another shot. I really liked what I read. There are two endings in the last book. The first time I read them, I was . Typical SK ending. After reading a couple more times, it actually makes sense, as much as a SK ending can make sense. |
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I've got the comics, and if you want more details of Rolands early life, get those. My interest in the graphic novels waned when, in the first one I picked up, Roland's and the other initial ka-tet's fathers knew there was something afoot in Mejis and sent the boys with instructions to find out what was up. That's so completely and totally opposite what happened in Wizard & Glass that I put down the G.N. and decided I would not bother with them further. Read W&G again. IIRC, Steven tells Roland that they suspect something is going on, but are not sure. |
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I read them all when I was 19, I thought it was funny because 19 was the magical number in those books. I loved everything about them, when Eddy died that was pretty sad.
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They were the foundation for all of his other works (as per SK during an interview circa-2001).
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I've got the comics, and if you want more details of Rolands early life, get those. My interest in the graphic novels waned when, in the first one I picked up, Roland's and the other initial ka-tet's fathers knew there was something afoot in Mejis and sent the boys with instructions to find out what was up. That's so completely and totally opposite what happened in Wizard & Glass that I put down the G.N. and decided I would not bother with them further. Read W&G again. IIRC, Steven tells Roland that they suspect something is going on, but are not sure. That's not how I recollect it. I had the sense they were simply sent away to be "out of the way" and charged with basically seeing how the loyalties of the baronies were panning out. There was no suspicion of a larger plot, and certainly Stephen Deschain and the other G.S. thought the Good Man was elsewhere. ETA: Just checked the book: Roland thinks back to when his dad sent them off: I'm going to send you away, Steven had said, sitting there on the bed and looking somberly
at his only son. the one who had lived. There is no true safe place left in Mid- World, but the Barony of Mejis on the Clean Sea is as close to true safety as any place may be these days . . . so it's there you'll go, along with at least two of your mates. Alain, I suppose, for one. Just not that laughing boy for the other, I beg of you. You 'd be better off with a barking dog. Later, Roland thinks back on Steven's mentioning of the "the Grapefruit".... "One last thing," he said as they adjusted their saddle girths. "I doubt you'll see anything that
touches on our interests—not in Mejis—but I'd have you keep an eye out for a color of the rainbow. The Wizard's Rainbow, that is." He chuckled, then added: "It's the grapefruit. By which I mean it's the pink one." Finally, there's this bit... which I think contradicts the direction they took in the Graphic Novels so far as what Steven and the others suspected... "I'm sending you away at an age when many boys still don't sleep well if their mothers
don't kiss them goodnight," Steven said. "I expect to see all three of you again, alive and well—Mejis is a lovely, quiet place, or was when I was a boy—but I can't be sure of it. As things are these days, no one can be sure of anything. I wouldn't send you away with a joke and a laugh. I'm surprised you think it." "Cry your pardon," Roland said. An uneasy peace had descended between him and his father, and he would not rupture it. Still, he was wild to be off. Rusher jigged beneath him, as if seconding that. "I don't expect you boys to see Maerlyn's glass . . . but I didn't expec to be seeing you off at fourteen with revolvers tucked in your bed- rolls, either. Ka's at work here, and where ka works, anything is possible." Slowly, slowly, Steven took off his hat, stepped back, and swept them a bow. "Go in peace, boys. And return in health." |
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Naw I hate Harry Potter. I love King I read the first 3 books I think. But it was about the time that the last book came out. My friend had been waiting years for it so she was all over it when it came out. The ending pissed her off. So I threw in the towel. I didn't want to devote that much time to be just be disappointed. Plus my life just got really busy around then. But I've been thinking about giving them another shot. I really liked what I read. Just an opinion here but I think the ending fitted the story line. You cannot have a Disney ending on a story of that scale. I cant say more without possible screwing it up for you. |
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I read them all when I was 19, I thought it was funny because 19 was the magical number in those books. I loved everything about them, when Eddy died that was pretty sad. He died a Gun Fighter, not a Junkie in the streets. If he had to die at least it was a good death. |
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All the Dark Tower books were excellent, but if you're enjoying them, definately read The Stand by Stephen King. Similar end of the world feel to it, but a little more realistic. Easily Kings best book. Without a doubt. The ultimate apocalyptic showdown. I've read The Stand several times. Probably one of my favorite books. He re-released the book with sections that he left out of the original book. I frankly thought that the new sections were inconsequential. The end changed a bit, but was really predictable. The mini-series was just okay. Some of the casting was , like Franny (Molly Ringwald, uh no). They left key people out, combined characters etc. Changed things a bit. But the book remains a familiar friend for me. I enjoyed the Dark Tower for a while. I know I read several of the books, not sure how many. It just got to weird after a while, like he was grasping at straws to come up with new ideas. |
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You younger folk are lucky in that you can read this great series without waiting years. It took me 22 years to finish it; The Gunslinger (1982) - The Dark Tower (2004). At least I have the first printing of the hardback$...
And yes, The Stand is awesome! Even the movie wasn't too bad. |
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You younger folk are lucky in that you can read this great series without waiting years. It took me 22 years to finish it; The Gunslinger (1982) - The Dark Tower (2004). At least I have the first printing of the hardback$... And yes, The Stand is awesome! Even the movie wasn't too bad. Yep. And the space between that infuriating cliff hanger at the end of Waste Lands and the publication of Wizard & Glass was hard to take! |
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You younger folk are lucky in that you can read this great series without waiting years. It took me 22 years to finish it; The Gunslinger (1982) - The Dark Tower (2004). At least I have the first printing of the hardback$... And yes, The Stand is awesome! Even the movie wasn't too bad. Yep. And the space between that infuriating cliff hanger at the end of Waste Lands and the publication of Wizard & Glass was hard to take! The wait ruined it for me. It took so long to finish the series I forgot what it was about by the time it was finished. Just didn't have the patience to buy them for a second time and plow through all those pages again. Not really bashing King but it was SO long both in pages and in the writing. |
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