Stephen, King of England when he first arrived. Nonetheless Stephen probably reached his own estate on the edge of London by 8 December and over the next week he began to seize power in England. The crowds in London traditionally claimed a right to elect the king of England, and they proclaimed Stephen the new monarch, believing that he would grant the city new rights and privileges in return. Henry of Blois delivered the support of the church to Stephen: Stephen was able to advance to Winchester, where Roger, who was both the Bishop of Salisbury and the Lord Chancellor, instructed the royal treasury
Memory (Stephen King) Memory (Stephen King) "Memory" is a short story by Stephen King that was originally published in the "summer reading" issue of "Tin House" magazine (#28) in July 2006. It is now confirmed to be similar to the first chapter of "Duma Key". It was republished as an annex to Richard Bachman's latest novel "Blaze". Edgar Freemantle recounts the horrific accident that cost him his marriage, half his body, and some of his mind. Stricken with aphasia, Edgar decides to commit suicide, and receives some odd advice from his therapist, Dr. Kamen. In the end, Edgar plays witness to another accident