
Listener and Other Stories
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This collection of stories by Algernon Blackwood takes readers on a journey into the realm of the unsettling and the bizarre. In "The Listener," a man finds himself haunted by an unseen presence in his remote country home, leading to a chilling encounter with the unknown. "Max Hensig: Bacteriologist and Murderer" delves into a disturbing true crime case, exploring the dark side of human nature. "The Insanity of Jones" examines reincarnation and the complexities of identity through a haunting tale of a man who believes he has lived a previous life. Blackwood's masterpiece, "The Willows," stands as a landmark in weird literature, where a journey through the English countryside takes a terrifying turn as an unseen force threatens the travelers. Throughout these stories, Blackwood's mastery of atmosphere and suspense, coupled with his exploration of the psychological and supernatural, creates a chilling and unforgettable reading experience.Book Details
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Algernon Blackwood
England
Algernon Henry Blackwood, was an English broadcasting narrator, journalist, novelist and short story writer, and among the most prolific ghost story writers in the history of the genre. The literary c...
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