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An anthology of short, chilling stories from Algernon Blackwood. They will make you start at noises in the night and wonder about your neighbors. These stories likely stem from Blackwood's investigations into haunted houses for the Psychical Research Society and reflect his fascination with the weird, occult and supernatural. - Summary by Lynne Thompson

The Centaur deals with the concept of higher order of consciousness - earth consciousness and that all other living beings are emanations of this supreme consciousness through the protagonist O'Malley, Dr Stahl and the narrator. It is at once subtle and powerful in laying bare the paranormal - or is it the abnormal? - Summary by Yoganandh T

Titan of Weird Fiction Algernon Blackwood brings to us a captivating collection of stories that shows the power and glory of Nature and the reverence that must be given it. We see Nature as a character in and of itself, wild and untamed, demanding fealty and showing love and grace in equal measure. The gale force winds may embrace us in a cocoon of warmth and passion or it may tear us apart with unrelenting ferociousness. Snow may grace us with a staggering beauty that coats the land in a white wonderland while covertly luring us into the cold embrace of death. The ever shifting sands ...

In his earlier novel (audiobook available),The Education of Uncle Paul The Education of Uncle Paul, Algernon alludes to a book Uncle Paul wants to write someday. Well, here it is . . . . . Successful London businessman, Henry Rogers, retires early intending to use his wealth to support good causes. He sets his confidential private secretary, Minx, to work up some good ideas while Henry goes on a well-deserved holiday to his childhood home, then to visit his cousin in Switzerland. There, in a rural village in the spectacular alps, with his cousin's rambunctious children, he recalls the surreal ...

Dive into the enchanting world of Algernon Blackwood, a celebrated author of weird fiction, as he presents a captivating collection of shorter tales that reveal the full range of his literary prowess. Beyond his well-known stories of terror, Blackwood invites us to explore the realm of the strange and mysterious, featuring bizarre dreams and supernatural phenomena. Yet, its not all eerie; his jovial spirit shines through as he playfully critiques the quirks of upper-class society. With poetic prose, he celebrates nature in beautiful narratives like Wind and Pines. This collection showcases a ...

Discover the enchanting world of Day And Night Stories, featuring fifteen captivating short tales by Algernon Henry Blackwood, CBE (1869 ‚ì 1951). Renowned as one of the most prolific ghost story writers, Blackwoods work blends the supernatural with the ethereal, inviting readers into a realm of wonder and intrigue. A journalist and broadcasting narrator, he has been acclaimed for his consistently exceptional storytelling, with literary critic S. T. Joshi noting that his contributions stand among the finest in the genre. Immerse yourself in these timeless narratives that explore the ...

Penned by Blackwood in his later years, Episodes Before Thirty is a captivating recounting of his adventures as a nearly destitute Brit in Canada and New York during his first thirty years. Blackwoods story is a rollercoaster of failed investments, swindles, homelessness, and bizarre friendships, all set against the backdrop of the infamous criminality of Tammany Hall where he worked as a reporter for the Sun. Despite his tumultuous life, Blackwoods saving grace was his profound love for nature and writing, which served as his personal therapy. Eventually, he found his way back to England and ...

The Willows stands as one of Algernon Blackwoods most celebrated tales of the eerie and uncanny. Esteemed horror author H.P. Lovecraft hailed it as the pinnacle of supernatural fiction in the English language. In his influential work Supernatural Horror in Literature, Lovecraft praised the story for its masterful narrative and profound emotional impact, noting that it achieves a haunting resonance without a single forced moment or discordant note. This remarkable tale exemplifies early modern horror and is a cornerstone of the weird fiction genre.

Immerse yourself in a captivating collection of supernatural tales by the masterful Algernon Blackwood. Join the enigmatic John Silence as he navigates the eerie and the extraordinary in these thrilling stories. - Summary by eduardol

Journey into the captivating realm of eerie and uncanny with Algernon Blackwood in his second compilation of weird fiction stories. This collection features some of his most critically acclaimed tales, from the unsettling The Listener, that paints a haunting portrait of an enchanted house, to Max Hensig Bacteriologist and Murderer, a chilling true crime narrative. Experience the otherworldly intrigue of reincarnation in The Insanity of Jones, and immerse yourself in The Willows, an influential masterpiece that has shaped the landscape of weird literature. Each story is a testament to ...

Dive into the chilling world of Dr. John Silence with six spine-tingling tales that are sure to send shivers down your spine. If youre in the mood for a thrilling experience, this is the perfect podcast for you. (Summary by Fiddlesticks)

The Regeneration of Lord Ernie is a haunting supernatural tale about a lost young aristocrat seeking purpose in life. When he embarks on a transformative journey into the Jura Mountains, he encounters an eerie, pagan ritual that changes him forever. A mesmerizing mix of psychological horror, mysticism, and philosophical exploration.

http://www.adfreebooks.com - 500+ audiobooks, all ad free"In the volume titled Incredible Adventures occur some of the finest tales which the author has yet produced, leading the fancy to wild rites on nocturnal hills, to secret and terrible aspects lurking behind stolid scenes, and to unimaginable vaults of mystery below the sands and pyramids of Egypt; all with a serious finesse and delicacy that convince where a cruder or lighter treatment would merely amuse. Some of these accounts are hardly stories at all, but rather studies in elusive impressions and half-remembered snatches of dream. ...

Algernon Blackwood was a contemporary of Arthur Machen, a member of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn and writer of the weird and supernatural. Originally published in 1906, The Empty House tells the tale of Jim Shorthouse when his aunt shows up in town with keys to the local haunted house and expects him to help her investigate.

http://www.adfreebooks.com - 1000+ audiobooks, all ad free!The Centaur deals with the concept of higher order of consciousness - earth consciousness and that all other living beings are emanations of this supreme consciousness through the protagonist O'Malley, Dr Stahl and the narrator. It is at once subtle and powerful in laying bare the paranormal - or is it the abnormal?

The Listener' First, it was a strange array of cats, then an increasingly mysterious, and then terrifying increase in...happenstances and...appearances... 'Number Thirteen' Unlucky for some this room is...on a visit to a Denmark with an ancient presence... 'The Horla' Yes, I believed, that an invisible being lived beneath my roof. How weak our head is, and how quickly it is terrified and goes astray, we immediately imagine terrible mysteries and supernatural powers. 'The Beast with Five Fingers' With murderous vengeance, the beast pursues the two friends. Will secrecy, intense surveillance and...

Dive into the eerie and enthralling world of the supernatural with master anthologist Joseph Lewis Frenchs collection of the finest ghost stories ever penned. From the early influential works of Daniel Defoe and Edward Bulwer-Lytton to the chilling narratives of contemporary legends like M. R. James, Algernon Blackwood, and E. F. Benson, this anthology promises to deliver a treasure trove of haunting tales that will keep you on the edge of your seat and awake through the darkest hours of the night! - Summary by Ben Tucker