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Der Gesang der Toten

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* Mrs. Todds Abkürzung
* Der Hochzeitsempfang
* Travel
* Kains Aufbegehren
* Das Floß
* Der Gesang der Toten
* Der Sensenmann
* Nona
* Onkel Ottos Lastwagen

Teil eins von drei der deutschsprachigen Ausgabe von "Skeleton Crew"

282 pages, Paperback

First published January 1,1986

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Format
282 pages, Paperback
Published
January 1, 1989 by Wilhelm Heyne Verlag [1989]
ISBN
9783453023093
ASIN
B0020GVW86
Language
German

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Stephen Edwin King was born the second son of Donald and Nellie Ruth Pillsbury King. After his father left them when Stephen was two, he and his older brother, David, were raised by his mother. Parts of his childhood were spent in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where his father's family was at the time, and in Stratford, Connecticut. When Stephen was eleven, his mother brought her children back to Durham, Maine, for good. Her parents, Guy and Nellie Pillsbury, had become incapacitated with old age, and Ruth King was persuaded by her sisters to take over the physical care of them. Other family members provided a small house in Durham and financial support. After Stephen's grandparents passed away, Mrs. King found work in the kitchens of Pineland, a nearby residential facility for the mentally challenged.

Stephen attended the grammar school in Durham and Lisbon Falls High School, graduating in 1966. From his sophomore year at the University of Maine at Orono, he wrote a weekly column for the school newspaper, THE MAINE CAMPUS. He was also active in student politics, serving as a member of the Student Senate. He came to support the anti-war movement on the Orono campus, arriving at his stance from a conservative view that the war in Vietnam was unconstitutional. He graduated in 1970, with a B.A. in English and qualified to teach on the high school level. A draft board examination immediately post-graduation found him 4-F on grounds of high blood pressure, limited vision, flat feet, and punctured eardrums.

He met Tabitha Spruce in the stacks of the Fogler Library at the University, where they both worked as students; they married in January of 1971. As Stephen was unable to find placement as a teacher immediately, the Kings lived on his earnings as a laborer at an industrial laundry, and her student loan and savings, with an occasional boost from a short story sale to men's magazines.

Stephen made his first professional short story sale ("The Glass Floor") to Startling Mystery Stories in 1967. Throughout the early years of his marriage, he continued to sell stories to men's magazines. Many were gathered into the Night Shift collection or appeared in other anthologies.

In the fall of 1971, Stephen began teaching English at Hampden Academy, the public high school in Hampden, Maine. Writing in the evenings and on the weekends, he continued to produce short stories and to work on novels.

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Tini03
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July 15,2025
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At first glance, the stories in this volume may seem very different. However, they all demonstrate how Stephen King manages to play with hidden human fears. Whether it's a wedding reception, a student dormitory on the last day before vacation, or a trip to a raft in the middle of a lake: harmless, everyday situations serve as the prelude to visions of horror in these masterpieces of the art of storytelling. This proves that King's short stories are on a par with his great novel successes.

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Those who hope for a happy ending in these stories are at the wrong address with Stephen King. But he is one of the few authors who can fill over 1000 pages and at the same time show the same quality in short stories.

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lasherluke
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July 15,2025
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Die Geschichte der Reise durch den Krieg erhielt 5 Sterne, was auf jeden Fall eine herausragende Leistung ist. Allerdings war der Rest des Buches leider sehr schlecht. Es gab viele Stellen, an denen die Qualität deutlich nachließ und die Geschichte nicht so flüssig und spannend vorangetrieben wurde wie erwartet.

Dies führt dazu, dass das gesamte Buch insgesamt nur so wenig punkten kann. Es ist schon ärgerlich, wenn man so viele interessante Geschichten in einem Buch vorfindet und dann einige davon nicht so gut umgesetzt sind. Manchmal kann es schon schade sein, wenn die Qualität nicht auf einem einheitlichen Niveau gehalten wird.

Trotzdem bleibt die 5-Sterne-Bewertung für die Reise-Geschichte eine positive Erscheinung und zeigt, dass der Autor auch wirklich Fähigkeiten hat. Man kann nur hoffen, dass in zukünftigen Werken der Autor die Qualität aufrecht erhält und alle Geschichten auf einem hohen Niveau präsentiert werden.
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MangaEnjoyer
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July 15,2025
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Mrs Todd's Abbreviation: ⭐️⭐️


The wedding reception was a rather simple affair, with just a few close friends and family in attendance. It received only one star.


Travel, on the other hand, was an adventure. They explored new places and had many exciting experiences, earning three stars.


Kain's uprising was a significant event that had a major impact on the story. It was rated two stars.


The raft was an important part of their journey, providing them with a means of transportation. It also got three stars.


The song of the dead was a haunting and mysterious element that added an air of mystery to the story. It was given two stars.


The scythe man was a rather unremarkable character, and his role in the story was not very significant, so he received only one star.


Nona was a complex and interesting character, and her actions and decisions had a major impact on the plot. She was awarded three stars.


Uncle Otto's truck was a useful vehicle that helped them in their travels. It was given two stars.
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Kunawe
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July 15,2025
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Regarding the book itself, I can't say too much as it is a collection of nine short stories that could not be more different. Some I like very much, while others I don't like at all. I think the best one among all is “Mrs. Todd's Abbreviations”. The following stories can be found in this book:


-> Mrs. Todd's Abbreviations


-> The Wedding Reception


-> Travel


-> Cain's Rebellion


-> The Raft


-> The Song of the Dead


-> The Reaper


-> Nona


-> Uncle Otto's Truck


However, it is a quite good reading pleasure for in between.

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Manjirin
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July 15,2025
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A collection of 9 short stories that could not be more different. Among them, "The Raft" has appealed to me the most.

Each story in this collection offers a unique perspective and takes the reader on a different journey. Some are filled with mystery and suspense, while others are more about human emotions and relationships.

"The Raft" stands out for its engaging plot and well-developed characters. It draws the reader in from the very beginning and keeps them hooked until the end. The story explores themes such as survival, trust, and the power of nature.

Overall, this collection of short stories is a great read for anyone who enjoys a diverse range of literary works. It showcases the talent and creativity of the authors and offers something for everyone.

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Soyiasaki
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July 15,2025
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Gelungener Gruselspaß für Zwischendurch!


Als besonders packend habe ich "Kains Aufbegehren" und "Das Floß" empfunden.


In "Kains Aufbegehren", die Spannung steigt kontinuierlich. Man fühlt sich von Anfang an in die düstere Welt hineingezogen und verfolgt gespannt die Ereignisse. "Das Floß" hingegen hat eine andere Art von Spannung. Es ist wie eine düstere Legende, die sich langsam entfaltet und einen unheimlichen Eindruck hinterlässt.


In "Der Gesang der Toten" ist die rührende Botschaft wunderbar im gruseligen King Stil verpackt worden! Der Autor hat es geschafft, eine Geschichte zu erzählen, die gleichzeitig Herz und Angst in uns weckt. Die düsteren Bilder und die unheimlichen Momente machen diesen Roman zu einem wahrlichen Meisterwerk des Gruselgenres.

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PROUD_MONKEY
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July 15,2025
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Mit Travel und Mrs. Todds Abkürzungen sind in diesem Band zwei meiner absoluten Lieblingsgeschichten von King zu finden. Schon für diese beiden lohnt sich das Buch bereits. King is a master storyteller, and these two tales are no exception. In "Mit Travel", the reader is taken on a thrilling journey filled with mystery and suspense. The characters are well-developed and the plot keeps you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. "Mrs. Todds Abkürzungen" is equally captivating, with a unique and engaging storyline. The use of abbreviations adds an interesting twist to the narrative, making it stand out from other stories. Overall, this book is a must-read for any King fan or anyone who enjoys a good mystery or thriller. The two stories included here are some of his best work, and I highly recommend it.

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HenryZhao
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July 15,2025
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In 2022, Mrs. Todd's abbreviated form received a 4-star rating. The wedding reception was only given a 1-star rating. However, the travel or the jaunt was highly regarded with a 5-star rating. Cain's rebellion got a 3-star rating. The raft also received a 4-star rating. The song of the dead / strait was rated 2 stars. The reaper man had a 1-star rating. Nona / Nona and the rats was given a 3-star rating. And Uncle Otto's truck also got a 3-star rating.

Each of these aspects seems to have its own unique characteristics and qualities that contributed to their respective ratings. It would be interesting to explore further what exactly made each of them stand out or fall short in the eyes of the raters. Maybe there were specific details or elements within each that influenced the ratings.

Overall, this summary provides a snapshot of the different ratings given to various items or events in 2022. It gives us an idea of which ones were more popular or well-received and which ones needed some improvement.
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