Hallorann tells Danny that the hotel itself has a "shine" to it along with many memories, not all of which are good. He explains to Danny that he and his grandmother shared the gift, which he calls "shining." Danny asks if there is anything to be afraid of in the hotel, particularly Room 237. The head chef Dick Hallorann surprises Danny by speaking with him telepathically and offering him some ice cream. The family arrives at the hotel on closing day and is given a tour. Jack's wife, Wendy, tells a visiting doctor about Danny's imaginary friend Tony and that Jack had given up drinking because he had physically abused Danny after a binge. Jack’s son, Danny, has ESP and has had a terrifying premonition about the hotel. Manager Stuart Ullman warns him that a previous caretaker got cabin fever and killed his family and himself. The hotel itself is built on the site of an Indian burial ground and becomes completely snowbound during the long winters. Jack Torrance arrives at the Overlook Hotel to interview for the open position of winter caretaker.
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