Tongues of Fire and Other Sketches

TONGUES OF FIRE

"Harold," she said in a very low voice, and as though it cost her enormous effort, "it's the same with both of us. And we've brought it on ourselves." Placing a hand on his smooth thick hair, though he shrank from her touch, she continued in a whisper: "And do you realise—it's something not of this world—quite?” She paused, drew back a step, and stared down at him… "Flame that never dies."

Discover this strange tale of cosmic retribution, plus 20 more tales and sketches that illuminate the supernatural world of Algernon Blackwood. And for the first time in print since their original publication, three more stories are included to round out this rare collection.