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What is the significance of the young gunslingers leaving bread crumbs at the gallows? There seems to be a metaphor there, but I don't understand it.

David Good

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My question comes on the matter of abridged or not. I have ISBN 9781501 143519. It's MUCH shorter than #2 and #3 but was "suggested" with them. I just don't want to miss it. Is my version abridged? I hope not.

Ryan Stokes You have the 2003 revised and expanded edition. King went back and made some changes so the story would align better with the later books in the serie…moreYou have the 2003 revised and expanded edition. King went back and made some changes so the story would align better with the later books in the series.(less)

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I've heard the series connects with a lot of Stephen King's other books. Do I need to be familiar with the rest of his work to enjoy The Dark Tower series? Or is it fine to go into it fresh?

David Good I actually like starting with this series. Definitely read it before "The Stand" as it will give you a completely unique understanding of one of the m…moreI actually like starting with this series. Definitely read it before "The Stand" as it will give you a completely unique understanding of one of the main characters in "The Stand."(less)

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