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The Gunslinger

Book • 1976

The Gunslinger is a dark-fantasy novel that blends elements of Western fiction, science fiction, and horror.

It tells the story of Roland Deschain, the last gunslinger, who is on a quest to catch the man in black, a sorcerous figure.

The novel is set in a world similar to the Old West but in an alternate timeframe or parallel universe.

Roland's journey involves encounters with various characters, including a boy named Jake, and flashbacks that reveal his past and his brutal training as a gunslinger.

The story is inspired by Robert Browning's poem 'Childe Roland to the Dark Tower Came' and other influences such as Milton's 'Paradise Lost' and the Western films of Sergio Leone.

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Mentioned in 9 episodes

Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

while discussing the impact of a book he read as a child on his life and values.

Q&A on Constructing Your Worldview and Identity (Replay)

Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

as the book that reignited his love for reading.

Tom Bilyeu Q&A: Superhero Skills: Retirement Hacks & Mindset Tricks (Replay)

Mentioned by

Craig Mod

as one of the first adult books he read, impacting his interest in writing.

What if You Could Erase Your Life and Start Over? | Craig Mod

Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

as the book that changed the course of his life by showing him that he liked reading.

How to Embrace Change | Tom Bilyeu AMA (Replay)

Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

as the first book that captured his attention, particularly the ethos of the Gunslinger.

Tom Bilyeu on How to Construct a Worldview and Build an Unshakeable Identity | Q&A

Mentioned by

Colin Cowherd

; Colin thought it showed Brett Favre wasn't very nice to Aaron Rodgers.

Best of The Herd

Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

as a book series that had a big impact on him.

Q&A on Modern Mythology and Holding Yourself to Results (Replay)

The first sentence is presented as a great example of how to start a novel.

Episode 168 - Making our first sentence sparkle.

Recommended by

Chris Salzman

as a tremendous novel with a compelling anti-hero.

Episode 172 – D&D on the Beach, Blue Prince, and The Gunslinger

Mentioned by

Colin Cowherd

as a best-selling author who wrote a book about Brett Favre.

Hour 3 - Jeff Pearlman joins The Herd

Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

as the book that made him like reading again.

Tom Bilyeu on Superheroes, Skill Tests, and Mindset at Retirement | Q&A

Mentioned in the context of rereading and appreciating the story's references after reading 'The Gunslinger' series.

Episode 266-The Ending of 11/22/63

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