Published in 1986, It is Stephen King’s magnum opus of horror, friendship, and the haunting nature of memory. Set in the cursed town of Derry, Maine, the novel follows a group of childhood friends—The Losers’ Club—as they confront an ancient, shape-shifting evil that awakens every 27 years to feed on fear and innocence.
Alternating between two timelines, King explores how childhood trauma festers into adulthood, weaving psychological suspense with supernatural terror. The monstrous clown Pennywise has become one of the most unforgettable villains in modern literature, a chilling embodiment of fear itself.
A true cornerstone of King’s work, It is both a terrifying journey and a deeply human story about courage, friendship, and the battle against darkness.
💡 Why Readers Love It
Considered Stephen King’s greatest and most ambitious novel
Features Pennywise, the iconic symbol of fear
A mix of coming-of-age drama and supernatural horror
Essential reading for fans of classic and psychological horror
🧠 Book Details
Title:It
Author: Stephen King
Publisher: Viking Press
Publication Year: 1986
Edition: First Edition / First Printing (if verified)
