The Jaunt by Stephen King
Set in a future where teleportation, known as "jaunting," has become a common mode of transportation, the story follows the Oates family as they prepare for a trip to Mars. The father, Mark, explains to his children the history and mechanics of jaunting, emphasizing the importance of being unconscious during the process to avoid terrifying consequences. Despite the warnings, curiosity gets the better of his son, Ricky, who stays awake during the jaunt, leading to a horrifying and tragic outcome that underscores the dangers of tampering with the unknown.
The 17010th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1981
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 20-30
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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