1. "The Empty House" - A man named John Silence moves into a new home, only to find that it is haunted by a ghostly presence. As he investigates, he discovers that the house has a dark history and that the ghost is trying to communicate with him. 2. "The Man Whom the Trees Loved" - A man named John Silence moves to a remote village in the countryside, where he becomes the subject of fascination for the local trees. As he explores the surrounding woods, he begins to feel a strange connection to nature and the creatures that live there. 3. "The Cone" - A man named John Silence is on a camping trip in the mountains when he discovers a mysterious cone-shaped object. As he investigates further, he realizes that the cone has a strange power over him and that it may be connected to an ancient cult.
By Algernon Blackwood · First published 1908 · Genre: Horror, Mystery, Paranormal · 13 chapters