The Stand May 2026
: Within weeks, civilization crumbles as the military fails to contain the spread.
: A highly contagious and nearly 100% fatal strain of influenza.
: A 108-year-old woman in Nebraska who serves as a beacon for the "good" survivors. She guides them to establish a democratic community in Boulder, Colorado. The Stand
: 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 story begins with a catastrophic lab accident at a government facility. : Within weeks, civilization crumbles as the military
: A handful of people prove immune, forced to navigate a silent, body-strewn landscape. A House Divided
The narrative follows a sprawling ensemble, each making a personal "stand": She guides them to establish a democratic community
[Scheduled] The Stand by Stephen King, Chapters 45-47 : r/bookclub