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Algernon Blackwood : an extraordinary life

by Mike Ashley

This biography examines the life of writer, broadcaster, and secret agent Algernon Blackwood. Drawing on extensive research and unpublished papers, it explores his interests in mysticism and his significant influence on twentieth-century supernatural fiction.

Accession 34497 ISBN 0786709286 Publisher Carroll & Graf
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