Quotessence
Home / Quotes / Quote by Alistair MacLeod

Quote by Alistair MacLeod

Work

The Lost Salt Gift of Blood

The Lost Salt Gift of Blood is a horror novel written by Charles L. Grant and first published in 1986. The story unfolds in a small New England town where mysterious and disturbing events begin to surface, revealing ancient traditions and supernatural forces that had long remained hidden from the community. Grant, known for his Atmospheric approach to horror fiction, builds the narrative through psychological tension and creeping dread rather than explicit horror, creating a sense of unease that permeates the story. The novel reflects themes common to Grant's work: the clash between the ordinary world and darker, more ancient forces, and the weight of history and tradition upon present circumstances. more

Author

Alistair MacLeod
Alistair MacLeod

Alistair MacLeod, born on July 20, 1936, was a renowned Canadian author. His works are known for their vivid depiction of the lives of Scottish immigrants and the rural landscapes of Nova Scotia, Canada. more

You May Also Like

“If you enjoyed laughing in the face of death, you might like to have a crack at High Saffron. One hundred merits, and all you have to do is take a look.' 'I understand there's a one hundred percent fatality rate?' 'True. But up until the moment of death there was a one hundred percent survival rate. Really, I shouldn't let anything as meaningless as statistics put you off.”