THE PANIC ROOM: 30+ Ghost Tales by Sheridan Le Fanu
Madam Crowl's Ghost, Carmilla, The Ghost and the Bonesetter, Schalken the Painter, The Haunted Baronet, The Familiar, Green Tea…By Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu
Length40h 59m
About this audiobook
In "THE PANIC ROOM: 30+ Ghost Tales by Sheridan Le Fanu," the author masterfully weaves together a tapestry of suspenseful narratives that delve into the eerie and unexplained. Renowned for his contributions to Gothic literature, Le Fanu employs a rich, atmospheric prose style that heightens the tension inherent in his ghostly tales. This collection showcases his utilization of psychological horror, presenting not merely specters but the anxieties and fears that haunt the human psyche, revealing deeper societal anxieties reflective of the Victorian era. Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, a pivotal figure in the evolution of supernatural fiction, drew inspiration from his Irish heritage and the folklore that surrounded him. His exposure to the mysteries of the night, combined with a background in journalism, enabled him to capture the intricate relationship between reality and the surreal. Le Fanu's own experiences with loss and existential reflection are intricately woven into his narratives, making his characters deeply relatable yet haunting. For readers of classic horror and enthusiasts of the supernatural, "THE PANIC ROOM" offers a compelling journey into the darker corners of humanity. Le Fanu's ghost stories not only entertain but invite contemplation of mortality and the unseen forces that shape our lives, making this collection a must-read for anyone seeking to explore the essence of fear.
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GenreHorror
Length40 hrs 59 mins
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Publish dateDec 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE PANIC ROOM: 30+ Ghost Tales by Sheridan Le Fanu
2Prologue. Martin Hesselius, the German Physician
3Chapter I. Dr. Hesselius Relates How He Met the Rev. Mr. Jennings
4Chapter II. The Doctor Questions Lady Mary and She Answers
5Chapter III. Dr. Hesselius Picks Up Something in Latin Books
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6Chapter IV. Four Eyes Were Reading the Passage
7Chapter V. Dr. Hesselius is Summoned to Richmond
8Chapter VI. How Mr. Jennings Met His Companion
9Chapter VII. The Journey: First Stage
10Chapter VIII. The Second Stage
11Chapter IX. The Third Stage
12Chapter X. Home
13Conclusion
14Prologue
15Chapter 1. Footsteps
16Chapter 2. The Watcher
17Chapter 3. An Advertisement
18Chapter 4. He Talks with a Clergyman
19Chapter 5. Mr. Barton States His Case
20Chapter 6. Seen Again
21Chapter 7. Flight
22Chapter 8. Softened
23Chapter 9. Requiescat
24Prologue
25Chapter I. The Judge’s House
26Chapter II. Mr. Peters
27Chapter III. Lewis Pyneweck
28Chapter IV. Interruption in Court
29Chapter V. Caleb Searcher
30Chapter VI. Arrested
31Chapter VII. Chief–Justice Twofold
32Chapter VIII. Somebody Has Got Into the House
33Chapter IX. The Judge Leaves His House
34Prologue
35Chapter 1. An Early Fright
36Chapter 2. A Guest
37Chapter 3. We Compare Notes
38Chapter 4. Her Habits — A Saunter
39Chapter 5. A Wonderful Likeness
40Chapter 6. A Very Strange Agony
41Chapter 7. Descending
42Chapter 8. Search
43Chapter 9. The Doctor
44Chapter 10. Bereaved
45Chapter 11. The Story
46Chapter 12. A Petition
47Chapter 13. The Woodman
48Chapter 14. The Meeting
49Chapter 15. Ordeal and Execution
50Conclusion
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The Skull of the WorldKate Forsyth10h 28m5.0 (1)$20
Reign Of AngelsBen Reeder8h 54m5.0 (1)$20
We’re AliveKc Wayland5h 10m$15
The Undead PoolKim Harrison16h 13m$33 · $0.00
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