The Other Wing by Algernon Blackwood
The Other Wing is a novella written by Algernon Blackwood in 1908. The story follows the journey of a man named Jack who becomes obsessed with a mysterious wing he discovers in a remote location. As Jack delves deeper into the mystery of the wing, he begins to question his own sanity and the nature of reality. The novella explores themes of isolation, madness, and the supernatural, creating a sense of unease and uncertainty throughout the narrative.
By Algernon Blackwood · First published 1908 · Genre: Horror, Gothic Fiction, Supernatural Fiction · 10,372 words
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It used to puzzle him that, after dark, some one "would" look in round the edge of the bedroom door, and withdraw again too rapidly for him to see the face. When the nurse had gone away with the candle this happened: "Good night, Master Tim," she said usually, shading the light with one hand to protect his eyes; "dream of me and I'll dream of you."
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- Work type: Novella
- Author: Algernon Blackwood
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Horror, Gothic Fiction, Supernatural Fiction, Psychological Horror, Victorian Literature
- Length: 10,372 words
- Structure: 1 section, 102 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Horror — The story revolves around supernatural elements and its plot is aimed at creating feelings of fear and terror.
- Gothic Fiction — The story is set in a creepy and old mansion, and contains elements of mystery, horror and the supernatural.
- Supernatural Fiction — The plot is deeply involved with the supernatural or extraordinary, including the existence of a ghost.
- Psychological Horror — The plot heavily relies on the psychological and emotional state of the main characters, contributing to a sense of unease and dread.
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ghost story · supernatural · horror · fantasy · mystery · psychological · thriller · suspense · literary fiction · classic · vintage · British literature