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Thirteen stories, including "The Willows" — acclaimed by Lovecraft as the finest supernatural story ever written — "The Wendigo," "Ancient Sorceries," and others. Includes an introduction by E. F. Bleiler.
"The Best Ghost Stories" from Arthur B. Reeve. American mystery writer (1880-1936).
"The Willows" is a novella by English author Algernon Blackwood, originally published as part of his 1907 collection The Listener and Other Stories. It is one of Blackwood's best known works and has been influential on a number of later writers. Horror author H.P. Lovecraft considered it to be the finest supernatural tale in English literature.[1] "The Willows" is an example of early modern horror and is connected within the literary tradition of weird fiction.
e-artnow presents to you this meticulously edited Algernon Blackwood collection:_x000D_ Novels:_x000D_ Jimbo: A Fantasy_x000D_ The Education of Uncle Paul_x000D_ The Human Chord_x000D_ The Centaur_x000D_ A Prisoner in Fairyland_x000D_ The Extra Day_x000D_ Julius LeVallon_x000D_ The Wave_x000D_ The Promise of Air_x000D_ The Garden of Survival_x000D_ The Bright Messenger_x000D_ Short Stories:_x000D_ The Empty House and Other Ghost Stories:_x000D_ The Empty House_x000D_ A Haunted Island_x000D_ A Case of Eavesdropping_x000D_ Keeping His Promise_x000D_ With Intent to Steal_x000D_ The Wood of the Dead_x000D_ Smith: An Episode in a Lodging-House_x000D_ A Suspicious Gift_x000D_ The Strange Adventure...
Known as one of the key figures in the 'weird' horror movement that arose in England and the United States in the early twentieth century, Algernon Blackwood was known for inserting surprising, often sophisticated twists into his tales. The Damned tells the story of a haunted house whose supernatural activity stems from an unlikely source.
Algernon Blackwood's 'Collected Works' offers readers a comprehensive collection of his supernatural and horror stories, showcasing his mastery in creating eerie atmospheres and invoking feelings of dread. Known for his use of nature as a backdrop for his supernatural tales, Blackwood's writing style combines elements of psychological horror and the supernatural, making his works both captivating and chilling. The 'Collected Works' provides readers with a deep dive into Blackwood's imaginative and haunting storytelling that has solidified his place as a master of the genre. Each story is a carefully crafted blend of suspense and the unknown, leaving readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. Algernon Blackwood's works continue to be relevant in the literary world due to their timeless appeal and ability to evoke fear and curiosity in readers. This collection serves as a testament to Blackwood's lasting influence on the horror genre, making it a must-read for fans of supernatural fiction and classic horror literature.
The Collected Works of Algernon Blackwood showcases the incredible range of this influential author, known for his mastery of the supernatural genre. Blackwood's writing style, characterized by vivid descriptions and a keen sense of atmosphere, immerses readers in a world where the boundary between the natural and the supernatural is blurred. His stories often delve into themes of cosmic horror, the unknown, and the hidden forces that shape our reality. With an impressive body of work spanning multiple genres, this collection offers a glimpse into the mind of a master storyteller whose legacy continues to captivate readers today. Algernon Blackwood, a prolific writer of the early 20th centur...
A considerable number of hunting parties were out that year without finding so much as a fresh trail; for the moose were uncommonly shy, and the various Nimrods returned to the bosoms of their respective families with the best excuses the facts of their imaginations could suggest. Dr. Cathcart, among others, came back without a trophy; but he brought instead the memory of an experience which he declares was worth all the bull moose that had ever been shot. But then Cathcart, of Aberdeen, was interested in other things besides moose—amongst them the vagaries of the human mind. This particular story, however, found no mention in his book on Collective Hallucination for the simple reason (so ...