On Impact

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On Impact is a non-fiction essay by Stephen King, first published in The New Yorker (June 19/26, 2000). In this deeply personal account, King reflects on the devastating 1999 accident in which he was struck by a vehicle while walking near his Maine home. Combining memoir, recovery narrative, and introspection, the essay examines trauma, survival, family support, and the physical and emotional challenges of rebuilding a life after a near-fatal event.

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On Impact is Stephen King’s candid account of the life-changing accident that nearly killed him in June 1999. Recounting the moments before and after being struck by a vehicle on a rural Maine road, King reflects on pain, recovery, mortality, and resilience. Honest and deeply personal, the essay chronicles his physical rehabilitation while exploring the emotional challenges of survival and the support of family during a difficult period.

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