11/22/63
Author: Stephen King
Stephen King’s 11/22/63 is a thrilling blend of historical fiction, time travel, and suspense. The novel follows Jake Epping, a high school English teacher who stumbles upon a time portal that allows him to travel back to 1958. Given the chance to rewrite history, Jake embarks on a mission to prevent the assassination of John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963.
As he immerses himself in the past, Jake must navigate the challenges of living in a different era, encountering love, danger, and the consequences of altering fate. With King’s masterful storytelling, 11/22/63 takes readers on an unforgettable journey through time, questioning whether history should ever be changed.
Why 11/22/63 is a Must-Read
Unique Time-Travel Premise – A fresh take on time travel mixed with historical events.
Suspense & Thriller Elements – Keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
Rich Historical Detail – Brings the 1950s and 1960s vividly to life.
Emotional Depth – Explores love, sacrifice, and the power of choice.
Stephen King’s Mastery – One of his most ambitious and well-researched novels.
Key Themes in 11/22/63
The Butterfly Effect – Small changes in the past can have huge, unintended consequences in the future.
Love vs. Duty – Jake struggles between changing history and following his heart.
The Weight of Time – The past resists change, and altering history comes at a cost.
The JFK Assassination – A deep dive into one of the most debated events in U.S. history.
Memorable Quotes from 11/22/63
"The past is obdurate. It doesn’t want to be changed."
— Stephen King
Sinhala Translation: "අතීතය ඉතාම දෘඩයි. එය වෙනස් වීමට කැමති නැහැ."
Tamil Translation: "கடந்த காலம் மாற்றங்களை ஏற்க விரும்பாது. அது உறுதியாக இருக்கும்."
"We never know which lives we influence, or when, or why."
— Stephen King
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Book Details
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Title: 11/22/63
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Author: Stephen King
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ISBN: 9781451627282
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Publisher: Scribner
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Published Year: 2011
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Number of Pages: 849
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Binding: Paperback
