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This reads as a statement about perception as protection. The darkness here can be taken to mean despair, fear, or moral collapse, and the quote suggests that outlook, belief, and attention help keep that from taking over. It lands when someone is under strain and needs the reminder that the way they interpret life can shape how much hope remains.
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About Stephen King
American novelist and short story writer of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Stephen King is best known for his horror fiction, which often explores psychological depth and darkly human themes. His prolific output includes iconic works like *Carrie*, *The Shining*, and *It*, blending supernatural terror with vivid character studies.
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Books by Stephen King
Carrie
1974
Misery
2002
'Salem’s Lot
1977
The Shining
1992
The Gunslinger
1976