The Thing in the Gap-Stone Stile

"The Thing in the Gap-Stone Stile" by Lord Dunsany is a poetic story about a traveler who encounters a mysterious, invisible presence guarding a narrow pass. Despite not seeing it, the traveler feels its presence and recognizes it as a kind of ancient, mystical guardian. The story explores themes of unseen forces, the unknown, and respecting what we cannot perceive directly. It invites reflection on the nature of unseen barriers and the enduring power of legends and mysteries that exist beyond human understanding.