The Regeneration of Lord Ernie

The Regeneration of Lord Ernie is a horror novella by American author Algernon Blackwood. The Regeneration of Lord Ernie is a story about a young man with no passion for life, he was very capable and the heir to a large family fortune but just not interested in life. His father employs a teacher, John Hendricks, to take him on a world tour and try to inspire him. In the final stage of the tour in desperation he takes him to the Jura mountains, where he went as a young man, to visit a pastor he stayed with. During the stay they get involved with pagan worship that involves the transforming power of wind and fire, up in the mountains. This is a compelling novella that intricately weaves themes of redemption and personal transformation. Lord Ernie, a disillusioned aristocrat, embarks on a spiritual journey after a chance encounter with an otherworldly figure. Blackwood crafts a tale that navigates the realms of the supernatural and the human psyche, exploring the profound impact of introspection and self-discovery. With nuanced character development and a touch of the mysterious, the novella unfolds as a thought-provoking exploration of one man's quest for renewal and the mystical forces that guide him towards a profound regeneration of the soul. Algernon Henry Blackwood (1869 –1951) was an English short story writer and novelist, one of the most prolific writers of ghost stories in the history of the genre. The Regeneration of Lord Ernie was first published in 1914 as part of the story collection Incredible Adventures (available as separate audiobook). Unabridged full version.

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Livre audio : 4 février 2024