This book contains the original version of the story, and is not a book version of the story portrayed in the recent Will Smith movie, as the description above suggests. The only connection this book has with the 2007 film is the picture on its cover. The ideas that Matheson presents in I Am Legend are truly thought-provoking and provide plenty of food for thought. Although the story is relatively short it will leave you thinking for hours afterwards. This printing also includes several of Matheson's short stories which are quick to read and instantly pleasing. This is a nice little collection and I enjoyed reading it a lot more than watching the movie.