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Full review here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8Y0XF8cU4g&t=33s
In Stephen King's novella Elevation, the true horror lies not in the physical transformation of Scott Carey, the protagonist, but in the prejudiced attitudes and actions of the townspeople towards a married lesbian couple. This portrayal serves as a chilling reflection of the real-world prejudices that continue to plague our society.
King skillfully weaves a narrative where the supernatural elements intertwine with the harsh reality of intolerance. Scott's inexplicable weight loss and levitation abilities become a catalyst for the townspeople's fear and hostility towards lesbian couple Bobbi and Deirdre. The bigotry and ignorance displayed by the community members create an atmosphere of dread and unease that is more horrifying than any supernatural occurrence.
King's portrayal of the townspeople's prejudice is unflinching and thought-provoking. He presents a microcosm of the larger societal issues of homophobia and discrimination, inviting readers to confront their own biases and prejudices. The novel challenges us to examine our own attitudes and behaviors, and to recognize the devastating impact of intolerance on individuals and communities.
Elevation is not just a horror story in the traditional sense; it is a profound exploration of the human capacity for cruelty and compassion. King uses the supernatural elements as a metaphor to highlight the real-life horrors of prejudice and discrimination that continue to haunt our world. By confronting these issues head-on, Elevation becomes a powerful and timely commentary on the need for acceptance, understanding, and equality.
King skillfully weaves a narrative where the supernatural elements intertwine with the harsh reality of intolerance. Scott's inexplicable weight loss and levitation abilities become a catalyst for the townspeople's fear and hostility towards lesbian couple Bobbi and Deirdre. The bigotry and ignorance displayed by the community members create an atmosphere of dread and unease that is more horrifying than any supernatural occurrence.
King's portrayal of the townspeople's prejudice is unflinching and thought-provoking. He presents a microcosm of the larger societal issues of homophobia and discrimination, inviting readers to confront their own biases and prejudices. The novel challenges us to examine our own attitudes and behaviors, and to recognize the devastating impact of intolerance on individuals and communities.
Elevation is not just a horror story in the traditional sense; it is a profound exploration of the human capacity for cruelty and compassion. King uses the supernatural elements as a metaphor to highlight the real-life horrors of prejudice and discrimination that continue to haunt our world. By confronting these issues head-on, Elevation becomes a powerful and timely commentary on the need for acceptance, understanding, and equality.
A short Stephen King book? Yes it was, but it was just as good.
Stephen King's imagination ran rampant in Elevation. In the same town as Gwendy's Button Box, Castle Rock, Maine, Scott Carey found himself to be losing weight, but not mass. King has constructed a truly fascinating piece of literature here.
Not a hint of horror in this book, just a feel good story about people in a small town.
Have you ever thought to yourself “God, I really wish someone would write an extremely short book that was a combination of the novel Thinner by Stephen King and the short story “Pop Art” by Joe Hill, but set in Castle Rock, Maine”? If so, this is your book.
Very good, will make you think about how you act and treat others.
A Easy Heart warming short read, Loved this style of writing by Steven King. It was a nice refresher from his usual gory complex genre.