The Dark Tower Cometh Again: "The Gunslinger Born"

Marvel comics has teamed up with Stephen King to develop a comic title to go along with King’s Dark Tower series of novels. Written by Robin Furth and Peter David, with art by Jae Lee and Richard Isanove, this is an original comic book that will delve into the origins of the iconic Gunslinger, Roland. The novels were a mixture of genres: science-fiction, western, fantasy and horror. Readers of the novels will remember that we experience a glimpse into Roland’s young teen years and his journey to become a Gunslinger at a young age. The Gunslinger Born will portray the young Roland and the circumstances that lead to his destiny. This will be a 7-part comic book limited series, with the first issue coming out this February.

Marvel has the lowdown:

“ ‘The man in black fled across the desert, and the gunslinger followed.’ With those words, millions of readers were introduced to Stephen King’s Roland—an implacable gunslinger in search of the enigmatic Dark Tower, powering his way through a dangerous land filled with ancient technology and deadly magic. Now, in a comic book personally overseen by King himself, Roland’s past is revealed! Sumptuously drawn by Jae Lee and Richard Isanove, adapted by long-time Stephen King expert Robin Furth (author of Stephen King’s The Dark Tower: A Concordance) and scripted by New York Times Best-seller Peter David, this series delves deep into Roland’s origins—the perfect introduction to this incredibly realized world, while long-time fans will thrill to adventures merely hinted at in the novels. Be there for the very beginning of a modern classic of fantasy literature”

This was the second series that I read all the way through, the first being The Lord of the Rings. I was enamored with the Gunslinger universe. It was such an interesting mix of genres. Finally, after all these years, King finished the series. I won’t tell you how it ends. If this is anywhere as interesting as the novels, it should prove to be a wonderful read. There are several comic books stores in town. Any of which would be happy to subscribe The Gunslinger Born.