Cover of The Dark Tower by C. S. Lewis

The Dark Tower

The Dark Tower is a dystopian work by C. S. Lewis, published in 1977. The Dystopia Index files it under young-adult dystopia, tracing documented themes of rebellion. This entry links the book to its subgenres, themes, related titles, and where to read or borrow it.

AuthorC. S. Lewis
First published1977
ISBN-139780156239301
SourceWikipedia · Wikidata · Open Library

About this entry

The Dark Tower is a 1970s dystopia by C. S. Lewis. It is originally written in English. Within this directory it sits among young-adult dystopia, surfacing rebellion. Library catalogues index it under subjects including maturation (psychology), kings and rulers, families, revolution (france : 1789-1799) fast (ocolc)fst01354514, prisoners, and histoire. The edition on file runs about 123 pages, has been issued by HarperCollins, and carries ISBN 9780156239301. See the linked Wikipedia entry for full plot detail and critical history; classifications here are editorial and marked unreviewed.

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Frequently asked

When was The Dark Tower published?

The Dark Tower was first published in 1977.

Who wrote The Dark Tower?

The Dark Tower was written by C. S. Lewis.

What kind of dystopia is The Dark Tower?

The Dystopia Index classifies it under YA dystopia, with themes of Rebellion. These are editorial classifications, not the publisher's.

What is the ISBN of The Dark Tower?

A catalogued edition of The Dark Tower carries ISBN-13 9780156239301.

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