Misery, authored by Stephen King and published by New English Library Ltd in 1988, delves into the haunting tale of Paul Sheldon, a romance novelist who finds himself trapped in the home of his greatest literary critic and ex-lover, Annie Wilkes. This gripping narrative explores themes of dependence, obsession, and the struggle for freedom against overwhelming personal challenges. With an ISBN-13 of 978-0450417399, this hardcover edition measures 4.37 x 7.05 x 0.98 inches and carries a print length that remains unspecified but is noted to be in pristine condition aside from the author’s name on the first page.