The Empty House and Other Stories

Written by Algernon Blackwood

Narrated by Hugh Ross

An abandoned house whose horrific past is re-enacted for those who dare visit; a terrifying trip down the Danube River; a malevolent half-beast creature who abducts a member of a hunting party; and a tale of paranoia, mental deterioration and all-consuming feelings of doom: here are four feverish, spine-tingling tales that will chill the blood and make the flesh creep. The collection includes: The Empty House, The Willows, The Listener and The Wendigo.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Naxos Audiobooks
• Release date: Jul 1, 2016
• ISBN: 9781843799955

Algernon Blackwood

Algernon Blackwood (1869-1951) was an English journalist, novelist, and short story writer. Born in Shooter’s Hill, he developed an interest in Hinduism and Buddhism at a young age. After a youth spent travelling and taking odd jobs—Canadian dairy farmer, bartender, model, violin teacher—Blackwood returned to England and embarked on a career as a professional writer. Known for his connection to the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, Blackwood gained a reputation as a master of occult storytelling, publishing such popular horror stories as “The Willows” and “The Wendigo.” He also wrote several novels, including Jimbo: A Fantasy (1909) and The Centaur (1911). Throughout his life, Blackwood was a passionate outdoorsman, spending much of his time skiing and mountain climbing. Recognized as a pioneering writer of ghost stories, Blackwood influenced such figures as J. R. R. Tolkien, H. P. Lovecraft, and Henry Miller.

Reviews for The Empty House and Other Stories

[Michael · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book includes four longer works by horror master Alegron Blackwood. While a bit long winded by today's standards each of these stories really have stood the test of time. They evoke an atmosphere of dread and unease that I find mostly lacking in the modern stuff. The influence on later authors like H.P. Lovecraft is obvious. The Willows was my favorite piece followed by The Empty House. The narration by Hugh Ross was good.

[Valerie Laing · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wow what a wonderful surprise to discover this author. The stories are full of suspense and so descriptive you feel you’re actually there. Definitely listening and reading more by this author

[Brian Steidl · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very good gothic horror... All the late 19th century Gothic goodness.