The story revolves around a mysterious and supernatural event that takes place in the woods of Lorraine on a stormy night. A group of people, including a doctor, a priest, and some villagers, gather at an inn to wait out the bad weather. As they try to distract themselves from the howling wind and the creaking trees, they begin to tell stories and share their own experiences. However, as the night wears on, it becomes clear that something sinister is lurking in the woods, threatening the lives of everyone present.
By Émile Erckmann · First published 1890 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Fantasy