John Silence
Physician Extraordinary
Published in 1909, John Silence is a ghost story and horror story collection by Algernon Blackwood. It deals with John Silence, psychics and Psychological.
Open Library readers give it an average of 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, and 12 more have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 20 editions. On Project Gutenberg it was downloaded 805 times in the last 30 days.
At about 390 pages, most readers finish it in 7–8 hours. It is in the public domain in the United States and free to read on Project Gutenberg.
About John Silence
"John Silence, Physician Extraordinary" by Algernon Blackwood is a collection of supernatural tales written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around Dr. John Silence, a unique physician who specializes in psychical afflictions and offers his unconventional healing methods to those suffering from mysterious emotional states. His cases often involve elements of the occult, exploring the deeper realms of the human psyche and the supernatural. The opening portion introduces Dr. Silence as he engages in a conversation with a Swedish lady, Mrs. Sivendson, regarding a case that intrigues him—a young author named Felix Pender, who has suddenly lost his sense of humor and is plagued by an inexplicable terror. The doctor learns about Pender's haunting experiences, which began after an experiment with a drug that has connected him with dark, psychical forces. This leads Silence to the conclusion that he must investigate this curious affliction further, setting the stage for a deeper exploration into psychical invasions and the potential dangers that lurk beyond the veil of ordinary perception.
Quick answers
Who wrote John Silence?
John Silence was written by Algernon Blackwood and first published in 1909.
What genre is John Silence?
It is usually shelved as Ghost Stories, Horror, Occult Fiction and Classic Fantasy.
How long is John Silence?
The median edition has 390 pages, about 7–8 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
Is John Silence free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
What books are similar to John Silence?
Readers who like it often enjoy In a Glass Darkly, The Great God Pan and The House of Seven Gables Readalong.
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