John Silence Physician Extraordinary

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Excerpt from John Silence: Physician Extraordinary And what is it makes you think I could be of use in this particular case asked Dr. John Silence, looking across somewhat sceptically at the Swedish lady in the chair facing him. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

John Silence, Physician Extraordinary by Algernon Blackwood: In this thrilling collection of supernatural tales, Algernon Blackwood introduces readers to the enigmatic Dr. John Silence, a physician with a unique gift for investigating and resolving cases of psychic and paranormal phenomena. As he encounters mysterious hauntings, psychic disturbances, and otherworldly forces, Dr. Silence uses his extraordinary abilities and keen intellect to unravel the mysteries and confront the unknown. Key Aspects of the Book "John Silence, Physician Extraordinary": Psychic Detective: Dr. John Silence serves as a pioneering character in psychic detective fiction, blending the realms of medicine and the supernatural. Atmospheric Horror: Algernon Blackwood's writing style infuses the stories with an eerie atmosphere, immersing readers in spine-chilling tales of the supernatural. Exploration of the Unseen: The collection delves into the unseen and unexplained, pushing the boundaries of human understanding and exploring the mysteries of the unseen world. Algernon Blackwood (1869-1951) was an English author and one of the most renowned writers of supernatural fiction during the early 20th century. His works often centered around the themes of the supernatural, the occult, and the unknown, captivating readers with tales of eerie and uncanny experiences. Blackwood's legacy lies in his ability to create a sense of terror and wonder in his stories, inspiring subsequent generations of writers and leaving an indelible mark on the horror genre.

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1908 edition. Excerpt: ... CASE III THE NEMESIS OF FIRE I By some means which I never could fathom, John Silence always contrived to keep the compartment to himself, and as the train had a clear run of two hours before the first stop, there was ample time to go over the preliminary facts of the case. He had telephoned to me that very morning, and even through the disguise of the miles of wire the thrill of incalculable adventure had sounded in his voice. "As if it were an ordinary country visit," he called, in reply to my question; "and don't forget to bring your gun." "With blank cartridges, I suppose?" for I knew his rigid principles with regard to the taking of life, and guessed that the guns were merely for some obvious purpose of disguise. Then he thanked me for coming, mentioned the train, snapped down the receiver, and left me vibrating with the excitement of anticipation to do my packing. For the honour of accompanying Dr. John Silence on one of his big cases was what many would have considered an empty honour--and risky. Certainly M3 the adventure held all manner of possibilities, and I arrived at Waterloo with the feelings of a man who is about to embark on some dangerous and peculiar mission in which the dangers he expects to run will not be the ordinary dangers to life and limb, but of some secret character difficult to name and still more difficult to cope with. "The Manor House has a high sound," he told me, as we sat with our feet up and talked, " but I believe it is little more than an overgrown farmhouse in the desolate heather country beyond D, and its owner, Colonel Wragge, a retired soldier with a taste for books, lives there practically alone, I understand, with an elderly invalid sister. So you need not look forward to a lively visit, unless...

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Contemporaries of Sherlock Holmes, the occult detectives were Victorian- and Edwardian-era investigators concerned with all manner of psychic, spectral and paranormal matters, eager to separate reality--no matter how bizarre--from hoaxers and con men. In this volume, renowned psychic investigator Dr. John Silence delves into five cases, ranging from the psychical invasion of a long-dead resident upon a writer of humorous tales to disturbing incidents of lycanthropy, with a twist only Dr. John Silence could conceive.

Six tales of horror from a master craftsman: "A Psychical Invasion," "Ancient Sorceries," "Secret Worship," "The Nemesis of Fire," "The Camp of God," and "A Victim of Higher Space."