Descent Into Egypt by Algernon Blackwood Chapters 1-3

Egypt in the early 20th Century just before the time of the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun. A man meets an old friend in an unfashionable Egyptian hotel. This man has begun excavating and it seems to be having a strange effect on him.
If you know Blackwood, you may know that some of his longer stories and novellas (The Man Whom The Trees Loved, The Centaur) can be quite slow and brooding and hint at impersonal, inhuman forces affecting those who go too deep into them, rather than thrusting monsters in your face.
This is one of those.
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[@violetfemme411]

There are times when I'm listening to you read, the story becomes secondary to the sound of your voice. It can be so relaxing that even though I listen to the end I often haven't a clue of exactly what I heard. Only that I am so relaxed and feeling less pain. Just left hospital a couple of days ago after being poked prodded and scanned, only to learn I have pneumonia. And at least 3 weeks of bed rest. I've stocked up on books but of course I prefer listening to you and Jasper. Luckily I have quite a collection of stories by both you brilliant writers and narrators 💜

[@ClassicGhost]

that’s hard . speedy recovery!

[@martiwilliams4592]

Something strange and haunting about this story. Must come back tomarrow to listen again. Gripping narration, Tony. You are the best.

[@evelanpatton]

Me too!

[@-Reagan]

Yes, I hope you’ve seen, the other chapters of Descent Into Egypt are up, now. Algernon Blackwood was one of the greats.

[@martiwilliams4592]

Yes, I have now. :0)@@-Reagan

[@Stratollac]

What a haunting premise! And, as always with Blackwood, beautifully written. Your skill as a presenter enhances the eerie atmosphere.

[@DenWell-SeedsOfChaos]

I fell asleep listening to this story. I came back into consciousness into absolute darkness, dead silence and still air. OMG, I am in Egypt. I am underground in Egypt. I am in a f*cking tomb, underground in Egypt. How? Why? I don't like it here. Something is touching my leg. I am going to die! Am I already dead? Mighty Osiris, something is in here with me! Is it a giant hairy spider? Thank Horus! It's only my dog, I am in my dark living room in California. I am re-listening to this fantastic story now and staying awake this time!

[@ClassicGhost]

This story is going down well.

[@DenWell-SeedsOfChaos]

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[@CeylonMondegreen]

Incredible story and a stellar reading of it

[@dartmart9263]

I want more archeological tales set in early 20th century Egypt and elsewhere in the Middle East. Please!!!

[@ClassicGhost]

quite specific but i’m sure we can find some!

[@Appabunny]

Check out Under the Pyramids by H.P. Lovecraft & Harry Houdini. Not exactly archeological but they do end up in an archeological site. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWmzmGahi82poacsi=rcX_ZnZ1ITGMpSTj

[@BonnieCassler-dx6sd]

I think if anywhere in the world, could bewitch one, back into the past,it would be Egypt. The eeriness of this story creeps, unexpectedly,up on you.

[@JasonJason210]

I love these longer stories. The Beetle, Dracula... now this ❤

[@JasonJason210]

Just realized that it was Greg who read The Beetle, not Tony. But all good anyway!

[@JennyLane8666]

OMG YESSSS I found out at work that Ive not had a cold, but covid. It has been a hell of a cold so I'm not surprised. This story couldn't have been better timed. Tony's voice, Blackwood and Egypt?? SHUT IT DOWN🎉

[@ClassicGhost]

I hope it soothes the Rona away

[@Lemmakinen]

I'm enchanted by this story! Egypt has me, but shall I diminish or flourish? Thanks Tony!

[@StalinLovsMsmZioglowfagz]

Love Blackwood, absolute one of my all time favorites.

[@ronaldmussulman2735]

The lines about the red moon.... wow!! Just great Tony.

[@1472Ravean]

Thank you so much... this was brilliant. If you want to read a really creepy story from Algernon Blackwood you should read "The Threfold Cord". It´s just a short story but it´s very disturbing.

[@TheMrCougarful]

Amazing story. The presentation was flawless.

[@ClassicGhost]

Thank you kindly!

[@thurayya8905]

Wonderful story, very evocative. I need to listen again and see if I can come up with answers to my own questions.

[@Wombats555]

Woohoo new Blackwood to me!

[@Wombats555]

Just read the intro ... nothing wrong with a good monster thrusting :) The Willows' holes in the sand are making sense now...

[@susandombrowski7711]

How exciting.... Thank you..... Can't wait for more...you ok' tease;

[@ClassicGhost]

more next monday

[@user-hx9mw5kj1y]

Thank you Tony

[@SC-jh9qp]

This is shaping up to be a good one.

[@micheler4120]

Excellent. I look forward to more of this story and your narration. 👍

[@ClassicGhost]

More to come!

[@Boogie_the_cat]

With content like this, I am proud to be a member of your channel. I wish you the best success with your writing and your narration. My work is done for today, and my cat is purring on the floor. She has 3 cat trees, 3 beds, and a big stuffed chair, but she chose the ground tonight. We will enjoy your soothing voice as Mr. Blackwood slowly takes us down the psychological well. How far will we descend? Only time will tell. Thanks for being you, Tony (if I may be allowed on a first name basis).

[@ClassicGhost]

You are, of course. I have had some lovely cats in my time. i miss them

[@wynbock]

Numero Uno LIKE!🦋 2:29PM 09/18/2023.

[@ClassicGhost]

Pretty fast.

[@wynbock]

@@ClassicGhost I'm a bibliophile! Audiobooks feed me! Have a good one!🦋

[@Story-Voracious66]

I cannot stop to comfort them. I'm busy chasing up my Demons. 🦇

[@ClassicGhost]

+April Wakefield Lol. i was watching some Kate videos this morning.

[@addictiontransfer3731]

20:00 bookmark

[@pb-tf5dj]

Algernon Blackwood 🙊😍

[@mares3841]

🇪🇬

[@Celia-rk4vj]

you sound a lot like tom hiddleston 😍

[@ClassicGhost]

It's been said (but not by Tom)

[@meistergedanken4790]

Sounds like the guy should just take the next ship back to England. Stop tarrying in foreign lands, people. No good can come of it.