Set against the terrifying and tense backdrop of the First World War, this Algernon Blackwood tale is a masterful example of weird literature and a classic short horror story.
First published in 1921, this anti-war tale follows the protagonist as he leaves his Holy Order and finds work with the Red Cross in France. Dedicating his life to helping in the hospitals and convalescent camps, he discovers the true horrors of war. He finds peace and respite during walks in the forest but soon encounters a strange, comely woman who entraps him in her curious rituals.
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Algernon Blackwood (1869–1951) was an English author and one of the most prominent writers of supernatural fiction in the early twentieth century. Known for his atmospheric and unsettling tales, Blackwood’s works explored the boundaries between the natural and supernatural worlds. With influential works such as ‘The Willows’ and ‘The Wendigo’, Blackwood’s contributions to the genre continue to captivate and inspire readers.
Lingua Inglese ● Formato EPUB ● Pagine 58 ● ISBN 9781528799058 ● Dimensione 1.7 MB ● Casa editrice Read Books Ltd. ● Paese GB ● Pubblicato 2023 ● Scaricabile 24 mesi ● Moneta EUR ● ID 9248028 ● Protezione dalla copia Adobe DRM
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