The story revolves around a mysterious and ancient forest where supernatural events occur. A group of people, including a doctor, a priest, and some villagers, gather to investigate these happenings. They soon discover that the forest is inhabited by supernatural beings with magical powers. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they uncover a dark secret related to an old tragedy that has haunted the village for generations.
By Émile Erckmann · First published 1854 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Realism