The Shining

The Shining is a classic horror novel by Stephen King that centers around Jack Torrance, a writer who takes a job as the winter caretaker of the Overlook Hotel, an isolated mountain resort. Jack moves to the hotel with his wife, Wendy, and their young son, Danny. Danny has a psychic ability called "the shining," which allows him to see the horrific past of the hotel and the dangerous supernatural forces that reside within it.

As winter progresses and the hotel becomes snowbound, Jack begins to unravel mentally, influenced by the malevolent spirits within the hotel. These forces push him toward violence, especially against his own family. Meanwhile, Danny’s psychic powers help him sense the growing danger, and he must find a way to protect himself and his mother.

The Shining is one of King's most iconic works, blending supernatural horror with a chilling exploration of the human mind's descent into madness. It has been adapted into a famous film directed by Stanley Kubrick, which has further solidified its place in horror history.