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Published in 1984 as a limited edition by Philtrum Press and later mass‑marketed by Viking in 1987, The Eyes of the Dragon marks Stephen King’s departure from horror into epic fantasy. Set in a quasi‑medieval realm, the novel centers on issues of inheritance and succession, featuring princes, wizards, and dragons as part of a classic conflict between good and evil. The story is illustrated in various editions, with distinctive artwork by Kenneth R. Linkhauser, David Palladini, Christian Heinrich, and Nicolas Duffaut. The book, originally titled The Napkins, remains a notable entry in American fantasy literature.
First publish date: December 8, 1987
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Stephen King
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