The Garden of Survival

Nov 2017 · Otbebookpublishing

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The Garden of Survival, written in 1918, began in Blackwood's usual polished and expressive style. His protagonist, Richard, a former military man now making a living as a foreign diplomat in Africa, details in epistolary format his musings of life and love. We are informed of his having been married for a very short time --his wife, a vision of beauty and possessing a special talent to bewitch admirers by playing her alluring harp for them is 'Je ne se quoi' personified, it seems. And given the short duration of the marriage, as well as a few well-placed ominous descriptions of her penchant for attracting the opposite sex, the reader soon gets the idea that this woman is most definitely not what she seems.

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Algernon Blackwood (1869-1951) was an English author renowned for his masterful ghost stories and supernatural fiction, which have left an indelible mark on the genre. Born in Shooter's Hill, London, Blackwood's early life was marked by a restless spirit and a thirst for adventure. He traveled extensively, working various jobs in Canada and the United States, including as a farmer, bartender, and journalist, before returning to England to pursue writing full-time.Blackwood's literary contributions are vast, with his most celebrated works including "The Willows" and "The Wendigo," both of which are considered classics of supernatural literature. His stories often explore the thin veil between reality and the otherworldly, drawing on his deep interest in mysticism, nature, and the occult. Blackwood was also a member of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, a secret society devoted to the study of the paranormal and metaphysics, which significantly influenced his writing.Controversially, Blackwood's works often blur the lines between horror and spiritual enlightenment, challenging contemporary notions of the supernatural. His ability to evoke a profound sense of awe and terror has influenced numerous writers, including H.P. Lovecraft, who praised Blackwood's ability to create an atmosphere of cosmic horror.In addition to his writing, Blackwood was a successful broadcaster and narrator, bringing his eerie tales to life on radio and television. His innovative approach to storytelling and his exploration of the unknown continue to captivate modern readers, securing his legacy as a pioneer of supernatural fiction.

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