Initiation by Algernon Blackwood
INITIATION is a novella written by Algernon Blackwood in 1902. The story follows the journey of a man named Sandy Campbell, who is drawn into a mysterious and ancient ritual known as "The Initiation." As Campbell delves deeper into the ritual, he begins to experience strange and unsettling occurrences that challenge his perceptions of reality. What do you think about INITIATION?
By Algernon Blackwood · First published 1908 · Genre: Horror, Supernatural, Mystery · 11,553 words
First lines
A few years ago, on a Black Sea steamer heading for the Caucasus, I
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Initiation is listed on Textopian as a short story by Algernon Blackwood, dated 1908 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Algernon Blackwood
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Horror, Supernatural, Mystery, Fantasy, Philosophical
- Length: 11,553 words
- Structure: 1 section, 160 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Horror — Blackwood is famous for creating atmospheric, disturbing horror pieces, and 'Initiation' with its dark and creepy ambiance also falls into this genre.
- Supernatural — The book explores supernatural events and entities, creating a world where the ordinary is intertwined with the extraordinary.
- Mystery — Part of the book's allure is the mystery and uncertainty that pervade it, keeping readers guessing about the nature and outcome of the events.
- Fantasy — The book incorporates some elements of fantasy, with realities and experiences that break away from our typically accepted laws of nature.
Tags
ghost story · supernatural · mystery · horror · psychological · thriller · adventure · fantasy · survival · nature · wilderness · isolation