This book consists of two stories. For autumn, it is "The Body", which is the story of a group of boys who have an adventure in summer. It is a great story of friendship, of getting down to earth to understand reality and not being carried away by other things. This story has a screen adaptation called "Count on Me", which is also great.

The winter story is "The Method of Respiration" and it is one of those nested stories that has one story within another, both very good. It takes the reader on a journey through different emotions and experiences. The characters are well-developed and the plot is engaging, making it a page-turner. Whether you are a fan of adventure stories or more interested in character-driven narratives, this book has something for everyone.

Overall, this book is a great read that will keep you entertained and engaged from start to finish. It is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good story.

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Autumn. The story set in autumn evokes a sense of nostalgia and melancholy. As I sat in the garden with the breeze covering the plants, I was completely immersed in it. I felt a range of emotions, from fear to joy, and almost shed a tear. The prose was impeccable, as expected from the author. I was constantly eager to know more and hoped the group of kids would achieve their goal. The orthography was flawless, and the vocabulary was easy to understand, making it a story that can be enjoyed anywhere.

Winter. This story combines rational and irrational fears, which is characteristic of King's writing. It creates a mysterious atmosphere that makes you stop reading and think. Only a woman can truly understand the fear that comes with encountering such a story. The orthography and style are ideal for any moment, easy to read, relaxing, and comfortable. The short length allows for a quick read or a slow digestion, savoring the colors of a seemingly nonexistent world that still exists.

In conclusion, this review is filled with emotions, sensations, and ambiguity. I apologize for digressing, but when I find a book that elicits such strong emotions, I can't help but. My overall rating for the two stories is 4.6. I hope you enjoy the stories as much as I did, and I look forward to chatting with you about them. See you soon, ciao!

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In this book, we can read two short novels.

The first one is "The Body". It tells the adventure of four friends from Castle Rock - Gordon, Chris, Teddy, and Vern. By chance, they have heard that the body of the missing boy Ray Brower is located near the neighboring town, beside the train tracks. During the journey towards their goal, they will encounter many perils and have to defend what they believe belongs to them from another group of older boys. We will see friendship, loyalty, and the transition from childhood to youth, which will make us reflect on life itself. All of this will be related by an adult Gordon, who remembers all of this with affection.

The second novel, "The Method of Breathing", tells us about David, a middle-aged lawyer who works in a law firm. His life was monotonous and without motivation, but then it gains a sense and adventure. One day, he receives an invitation from his boss to join an exclusive and mysterious Gentlemen's Club in New York. There, he discovers surprising things and where discretion and storytelling by the fireplace are valued. David relates his experience and tells us the first story that a doctor offered to tell about the case of following the pregnancy of a young and single woman years ago and how the extraordinary delivery took place, which left a mark on our protagonist. This short novel teaches us the need we have to belong to something and the need for a place for us.

The second half of Different Seasons was divided into two volumes for the Swedish editions.

\\"Vinterverk\\" (\\"Works of winter\\") includes The Body, which was titled \\"Höstgärning\\" (\\"Fall deed\\"), and \\"The Breathing Method\\"(\\"Vinterverk\\").

The Body is, of course, a great piece and familiar to most people. It has a certain charm and depth that draws readers in. However, \\"The Breathing Method\\" stands out as the odd one in the entire \\"Different Seasons\\" collection.

Even though there is nothing objectively wrong with it, it gives the impression of being lightweight and perhaps a bit out of place. It doesn't quite have the same impact or resonance as the other stories in the collection.

Overall, while the Swedish editions offer an interesting take on presenting the second half of Different Seasons, the placement and perception of \\"The Breathing Method\\" within this context is an aspect that值得进一步探讨.

The stories have surprised me. When I saw the titles, I expected something supernatural and terrifying, and indeed I found something terrifying, but mostly from real life

For the moment, it is a 4.5-star book. I think it could potentially reach 5 stars, but the autumn story didn't completely convince me. However, without a doubt, the winter story greatly elevated the book.

Now, I can only think about the nights I will spend having nightmares.

The autumn story might have had some flaws that prevented it from fully captivating me. Maybe the plot was a bit predictable or the characters not as developed as they could have been. But then came the winter story, which brought a new level of excitement and intrigue.

It made me eager to see what would happen next and kept me on the edge of my seat.

Overall, despite the small disappointment with the autumn story, the book as a whole is still very good and I'm looking forward to seeing what else it has in store.

I have always enjoyed the children's characters more than the adults in Stephen King's books. There are two short novels that I had never read before and I have enjoyed them more than other books by the author.

Although there are moments when both stories are very saturated with unnecessary information, I have liked reading them.

The vivid descriptions of the children's emotions and experiences make the stories come alive. It's as if I can see the world through their eyes.

The way King builds the atmosphere and tension is also remarkable. Even though the stories are about children, they still manage to be thrilling and engaging.

Overall, these two short novels have been a pleasant surprise and have reminded me why I love Stephen King's writing in the first place.

I have reread this book because I started it last year and I didn't remember if I had read it completely, since I had it without rating and reviewing. This is the second book in the series The Four Seasons, which are short story books, composed of 2 stories each. This one contains The Body and Breathing Method.

The Body: It is a story in which a group of 4 twelve-year-old friends go to look for a dead child, which will be their first contact with death. This story is of an adventure theme and above all, it deals with friendship. It has seemed a bit slow and boring to me.

Breathing Method: It is a story in which they invite a man to a club, in which several elderly men meet, and every Thursday they tell a story.... I have liked it more than The Body but it has not completely convinced me.

Overall, the book has its moments but it didn't really grip me. The stories had potential but they didn't quite reach their full extent. Maybe it's because I'm not the target audience, but I found myself skimming through some parts. However, the concept of the series is interesting and I might give the other books a try to see if they are better.

I think the author has a good writing style, but the stories could have been more developed and engaging. The characters were not very well fleshed out and the plots could have had more twists and turns. Nevertheless, it was an okay read and I'm glad I reread it to see if my opinion had changed.

There is something about King that makes him a difficult author for me. It's not that his works are complex, but rather his prose can be tiresome at times. It's a matter of taste, I guess. If I compare these two stories to what spring and summer were like, they fall short.

Both stories seem to strive for experimentation, but for God's sake! It's more like an experiment in stretching a short and concise story into a boring novel.

The first story, "The Body," perfectly represents the concept of autumn: melancholy. In fact, it uses that element throughout the text to make the reader feel empathy. Overall, I liked the novel, but with that eagerness to experiment, it was stretched so much that at times I didn't enjoy it at all. The ending is touching, and at times I thought I would shed a tear. Definitely, I will watch the movie.

The final story, I believe, completely represents winter. Not only because the main story takes place on Christmas Eve, but also because during the narration, one feels that coldness in the atmosphere, a mystery, an urgency (to finish the book, haha, just kidding. Or maybe not?), and the narrator seems completely cold. But its biggest flaw is the endless stretching... Well, maybe that's what King likes, but he doesn't do it well. There are authors who stretch their novels and you enjoy it, but with King, it's almost a torture.

Reto 6 - 2017 Book Challenge: A book with one of the four seasons in the title.

In this challenge, we explore two remarkable works. Autumn of Innocence – The Body. 5/5

The author states that \\n  Love is not what the idiotic poets like McKuen want you to believe. Love has teeth that bite; and the wounds never heal. No word, no combination of words can cure those bites of love. But the opposite is also true, that's the irony. If those wounds close, the words die with them. You can believe me. I earn my living with words and I know it's true.\\n

Then there is \\n  \\n    Winter Tale – The Method of Breathing.\\n  \\n 5/5

Here, it is written that \\n  Nostalgia is not always a vague, melancholy and almost beautiful emotion, although that's how we generally imagine it. It can be an extraordinarily sharp sword, and not just a metaphorical ailment, but absolutely real. And it can make us change the idea we have of the world; the faces we see on the street not only seem indifferent to us but also unpleasant, ugly... even malicious. Longing is a real disease: the pain of the uprooted plant.\\n

These two pieces offer profound insights into different aspects of human experiences related to the seasons and emotions.

I have mixed feelings...

The first story is simply about childhood. It is that memory of better or simpler times for most of us, where we had those huge desires to be adults without really knowing how fortunate we were.

The second story was very interesting although a bit strange...

Childhood is often a period filled with innocent dreams and longings. We look back on it with a sense of nostalgia, realizing how precious those moments were. In the first story, it captures that essence of a time when life seemed less complicated and we had a purity of heart.

As for the second story, its interesting nature piques our curiosity. Maybe it has elements that are unexpected or that make us think in a different way.

Overall, these two stories offer different perspectives on our past and make us reflect on the various aspects of our lives.

As always, Stephen King does not disappoint.

The Body is a story that encapsulates the essence of childhood friendships and at the same time narrates a typical summer adventure. The depth that King manages to give to his characters is extraordinary. This can also be seen in a short story inserted within the story of The Body where he narrates a simple event of a pie competition and in less than 10 pages achieves an incredible display of characters and staging.

The Breathing Method plays more with suspense and the inexplicable in the daily life that we all encounter at some point in our lives.

Excellent. This work showcases King's remarkable talent for creating engaging and thought-provoking stories that keep readers on the edge of their seats. His ability to bring characters to life and develop complex plots is truly impressive. Whether it's the nostalgic charm of The Body or the mysterious allure of The Breathing Method, King's writing continues to captivate audiences around the world.