At a Winter's Fire by Bernard Capes

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By Anthony Thomas Posted on Mar 10, 2026
In Category - Volume Ii
Capes, Bernard, 1854-1918 Capes, Bernard, 1854-1918
English
"At a Winter's Fire" by Bernard Capes is a collection of short stories published during the late 19th century. The opening tale, "The Moon Stricken," immerses readers in a hauntingly atmospheric narrative set in the Swiss Alps, following an unnamed protagonist who encounters various characters, including Camille Barbière, a young man grappling with...
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Winter's Fire" presents a vivid scene of the protagonist's trek through a desolate gorge in the Alps, where he reflects on the eerie ambiance as night descends. He ultimately encounters Camille and his mother, who describe Camille's earlier sanity and subsequent madness linked to a mysterious event during a full moon. The tension builds around Camille's troubled past, as he exhibits both gentleness and a haunting presence, stirring the protagonist's curiosity. The narrative paints a rich landscape of psychological and supernatural themes, suggesting a deeper exploration of the human mind against the backdrop of an enchanting yet foreboding natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Nancy Garcia
2 years ago

Thanks for the recommendation.

Thomas Taylor
3 months ago

Perfect.

Emma White
8 months ago

If you enjoy this genre, it challenges the reader's perspective in an intellectual way. One of the best books I've read this year.

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