The Wave by Algernon Blackwood is a novella that tells the story of a man named Sandy Campbell who becomes obsessed with a wave he witnesses while on vacation in the Pacific Islands. The wave is described as having a life of its own, and Campbell becomes increasingly fixated on it, to the point where it begins to affect his relationships and daily life. As he delves deeper into his fascination with the wave, he starts to question his own sanity and the nature of reality. The story explores themes of obsession, madness, and the power of nature.
By Algernon Blackwood · First published 1908 · Genre: Supernatural Fiction, Horror, Mystery · 33 chapters