THE GREEN MILE-AUDIOBOOK

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The Green Mile" is a novel written by Stephen King and published in 1996. It's a serialized novel, released in six parts and later compiled into a single volume. The story is set in the 1930s and revolves around the lives of the guards and inmates on death row at the Cold Mountain Penitentiary in Louisiana.

The main character is Paul Edgecombe, a prison guard who oversees the death row inmates. The story takes a supernatural twist when a new inmate, John Coffey, arrives. Coffey is a gentle giant who has been convicted of a heinous crime but possesses mysterious healing powers. As the story unfolds, Paul Edgecombe and his fellow guards begin to question Coffey's guilt and the nature of his abilities.

The novel delves into themes of justice, morality, racism, and the supernatural. It's known for its emotional depth, exploration of human nature, and ethical dilemmas faced by the characters. "The Green Mile" has been praised for its storytelling, character development, and ability to engage readers on both emotional and intellectual levels.

The book was later adapted into a successful 1999 film directed by Frank Darabont and starring Tom Hanks as Paul Edgecombe and Michael Clarke Duncan as John Coffey. The film adaptation received critical acclaim and further popularized the story.

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