Smith: An Episode in a Lodging-House

"AN EPISODE IN A LODGING-HOUSE" is a short story by Algernon Blackwood, first published in 1908. The tale follows a man who checks into a lodging house in the countryside, seeking refuge from the hustle and bustle of city life. However, he soon discovers that the house has a strange and unsettling atmosphere, filled with eerie noises and an overall sense of unease. As the night wears on, the man becomes increasingly disoriented and begins to question his own sanity. Will he be able to uncover the truth behind the lodging house's strange occurrences, or will he become a permanent resident?

By Algernon Blackwood · First published 1908 · Genre: Horror, Supernatural, Mystery

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