About this book
Enter once more the world of Roland Deschain—and the world of the Dark Tower...now presented in a stunning graphic novel form that will unlock the doorways to terrifying secrets and bold storytelling as part of the dark fantasy masterwork and magnum opus from #1 New York Times bestselling author Stephen King. “The man in black fled across the desert, and the gunslinger followed.” With these unforgettable words, millions of readers were introduced to Stephen King’s iconic character Roland Deschain of Gilead. Roland is the last of his kind, a “gunslinger” charged with protecting whatever goodness and light remains in his world—a world that “moved on,” as they say. In this desolate reality—a dangerous land filled with ancient technology and deadly magic, and yet one that mirrors our own in frightening ways—Roland is on a spellbinding and soul-shattering quest to locate and somehow save the mystical nexus of all worlds, all universes: the Dark Tower. Now, in the graphic novel series Stephen King’s The Dark Tower: Beginnings, originally published by Marvel Comics in single-issue form and creatively overseen by Stephen King himself, the full story of Roland's troubled past and coming-of-age is revealed. Sumptuously drawn by Jae Lee and Richard Isanove, plotted by longtime Stephen King expert Robin Furth, and scripted by New York Times bestselling author Peter David, Beginnings is an extraordinary and terrifying journey into Roland’s origins—ultimately serving as the perfect introduction for new readers to Stephen King’s modern literary classic The Dark Tower, while giving longtime fans thrilling adventures merely hinted at in his blockbuster novels. This boxed set includes the complete graphic novel series BEGINNINGS: THE GUNSLINGER BORN THE LONG ROAD HOME TREACHERY THE FALL OF GILEAD THE BATTLE OF JERICHO HILL
Censorship history
In 2024, "Beginnings - The Fall of Gilead" by Robin Furth was banned at the school level in several districts across the United States due to concerns over its content, categorized under "Other." Specific instances of challenges included formal complaints from parents and local community members, leading to school board votes that resulted in the book's removal from library shelves. The ban reflects ongoing debates surrounding graphic novels and their appropriateness for school-aged children, with some districts still contesting the decision.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2024 | ViolenceOther |