"Dive into a chilling collection of literary masterpieces with 'The Dead and Other Stories,' a digital audiobook that brings together three timeless tales of horror, mystery, and the supernatural.
'The Nameless City' by H.P. Lovecraft: Enter the eerie world of Lovecraftian horror as you explore an ancient, forgotten city buried in the sands of the Arabian desert. This tale, steeped in cosmic dread, will leave you questioning the boundaries of reality and the unknown.
'The Dead' by James Joyce: Experience one of literature’s most celebrated short stories, where Joyce masterfully weaves themes of love, loss, and the passage of time. Set against the backdrop of a wintry Dublin, this poignant tale explores the haunting memories that shape our lives.
'The Beast With Five Fingers' by W.F. Harvey: Prepare for a tale of uncanny terror as a disembodied hand wreaks havoc in a sleepy English village. Harvey’s story of suspense and the macabre is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Perfect for fans of classic literature and supernatural fiction, this expertly narrated audiobook immerses you in each story's unique atmosphere, bringing these dark, unforgettable worlds to life. Whether you're a seasoned horror aficionado or new to these iconic tales, 'The Dead and Other Stories' is an essential addition to your digital library. Don't miss the chance to experience these masterpieces in a format that allows you to enjoy them anytime, anywhere."
"In the quiet corners of an English estate, where shadows stretch long and secrets linger, a sinister force is unleashed. 'The Beast with Five Fingers' unfolds with an unsettling mystery that will grip your imagination and chill your soul. When the reclusive scholar Adrian Borlsover dies unexpectedly, a macabre discovery awaits his family and friends: a disembodied hand that refuses to remain still.
As the cursed hand begins its reign of terror, moving with a will of its own, the inhabitants of the house find themselves trapped in a nightmare beyond belief. Objects are overturned, doors slam without warning, and whispers of a vengeful spirit echo through the halls. The hand's sinister grip tightens, drawing its victims into a web of fear and madness.
W. F. Harvey's 'The Beast with Five Fingers' masterfully weaves a tale of suspense and horror, exploring themes of control, guilt, and the limits of human understanding. With atmospheric tension and eerie storytelling, Harvey crafts a chilling narrative that leaves readers questioning the boundaries between the seen and the unseen, the living and the dead.
Step into a world where the supernatural lurks at the edges of reality, and dare to confront the terror that lies in the dark recesses of the human mind. 'The Beast with Five Fingers' is a haunting journey that will leave you breathless and eager for more."
"A well off English bachelor receives a legacy from his uncle. This includes the uncle's very large library and a box containing something that used to belong to his uncle. The box has air holes in it. It is not a rat or other small mammal for his collection, but it is something still alive; something very malevolent and something very evil"
"Von 1973 bis 1990 strahlte Sender Freies Berlin (SFB) die beliebte Hörfunksendung 'Nur für starke Nerven' (ab 1987 unter dem Namen 'Die Mitternachtsstory') aus. Der Schauspieler Friedrich Schoenfelder las darin Grusel- und Kriminalgeschichten für Erwachsene zur guten Nacht vor. Bezeichnenderweise schlug er selbst 1972 der Unterhaltungsabteilung des SFB vor, eine Sendereihe zu starten, in der von ihm redaktionell ausgewählte Gruselgeschichten zu Gehör kommen sollten.
Namhafte Autoren, von denen Geschichten zum Vortrag kamen, waren Ray Bradbury, H.P. Lovecraft, Robert Bloch, E. A. Poe oder auch zeitgenössische deutschsprachige AutorInnen. Die Sendereihe umfasste mehr als 500 Folgen.
Friedrich Schoenfelder konnte in mehr als 140 TV- und Kinofilmen, in mehr als 50 Hörspielen und als Synchronsprecher seine schauspielerische Leistung als distinguierter Gentleman aber auch als Charakterdarsteller unter Beweis stellen.
In dieser Folge liest Friedrich Schoenfelder die Geschichten 'Augusthitze' und 'Nacht über dem Moor' von W. F. Harvey, 'Schicksal' von Saki, 'Der schöne Anzug' von H.G. Wells, 'Der Bahnwärter' von Charles Dickens und 'Der Fluch der Feuer und Schatten' von William Butler Yeats."
"William Fryer Harvey (1885-1937) was an English writer of short stories, most notably in the mystery and horror genres, in which many of his works are recognized as masterpieces of the genre.
"Miss Cornelius" is one of W. F. Harvey's most acclaimed works. The elderly spinster, Miss Cornelius appears to be the cause of a range of strange supernatural phenomena which are troubling the house where she is temporarily lodging. But when Andrew Saxon, a local schoolmaster, accuses her of being behind the mysterious haunting she turns on him with a terrifying curse.
Following this the focus of the strange and terrifying phenomena mysteriously shifts to the Saxon household... and worse still, it seems as though the awful powers have transferred from Miss Cornelius to Saxon's beloved wife, Molly.
As so often with W. F. Harvey's works, there is a terrible and astounding twist at the end of the story."
"William Fryer Harvey (1885-1937) was an English writer of short stories, most notably in the mystery and horror genres, in which many of his works are recognized as masterpieces of the genre.
"The Ankardine Pew" is one of W. F. Harvey's most famous works. It is a curious tale of a house haunted by the tortured soul of a previous owner who had once committed a most dreadful and unusual atrocity."
"A well off English bachelor receives a legacy from his uncle. This includes the uncle's very large library and a box containing something that used to belong to his uncle. The box has air holes in it. It is not a rat or other small mammal for his collection, but it is something still alive; something very malevolent and something very evil. - Summary by Phil chenevert"
"William Fryer Harvey (1885-1937) was an English writer of short stories, most notably in the mystery and horror genres, in which many of his works are recognized as masterpieces.
The Lake is an intriguing mystery story. "There is something terribly wrong with the lake" are the dying words of the rich, elderly invalid Mrs. Carstairs, spoken to her private nurse. The death of Mrs. Carstairs is extremely opportune for three people - the nephew and nieces of the deceased.
Nurse Wilkie is not satisfied with the circumstances of Mrs. Carstairs' death...and what on earth could her remark about the lake refer to? She sets out to investigate and uncovers a highly ingenious murder plot."
"William Fryer Harvey (1885-1937) was an English writer of short stories, most notably in the mystery and horror genres.
Born into a wealthy Quaker family in Yorkshire, he went to Balliol College, Oxford, and took a degree in medicine at Leeds. Ill health dogged him, however, and he devoted much of his recuperation to writing short stories.
"Unwinding" is a strange story based around a simple parlour game. The guests take it in turn to say what the thing mentioned by the previous player reminds them of. But when the vicar says that first class railway compartments remind him of murder, everyone is puzzled. Over supper the vicar tells a very peculiar story. But it is the behaviour of the newcomer, the mysterious Mr. Cholmondery, which is most peculiar..."
"William Fryer Harvey (1885-1937) was an English writer of short stories, most notably in the mystery and horror genres.
"Tha Man who hated Aspidistras" is an eerie tale of a man whose life, from boyhood onward, as been blighted by the sinister houseplants favoured by Victorian ladies. His dislike turns almost to a mania... and then things take on a very peculiar turn..."
"William Fryer Harvey (1885-1937) was an English writer of short stories, most notably in the mystery and horror genres in which many of his works are recognized as masterpieces of the genre. This collection includes his two most famous works, "August Heat" and "The Beast with Five Fingers" as well as others which are true undiscovered gems.
- Unwinding
- August Heat
- The Man who hated Aspidistras
- The Clock
- Double Demon
- Dead of Night
- The Beast with Five Fingers
- The Dabblers
- The Heart of the Fire"
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