Length29m
About this audiobook
In "The Parasite," Arthur Conan Doyle ventures into the realm of psychological horror and supernatural inquiry, weaving a narrative that explores themes of obsession, manipulation, and the unseen forces of the mind. The story follows the protagonist, a doctor who becomes ensnared by a mesmerist's sinister powers, illustrating Doyle's fascination with the intersection of science and the occult. This work, rooted in the literary context of late Victorian society, reflects contemporary anxieties about mental health and the burgeoning fields of psychology and psychoanalysis, all while maintaining his signature suspenseful storytelling style. Arthur Conan Doyle, best known for creating the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes, was a medical doctor and a prolific writer whose eclectic interests fueled his literary endeavors. His experiences in the medical field and exposure to the mystical practices of the time inspired "The Parasite," wherein he delves into the complexities of the human psyche and the moral implications of psychic domination. This exploration of the human condition is indicative of his broader engagement with themes of science and the supernatural. Readers intrigued by psychological drama and the darker facets of human nature will find "The Parasite" a compelling and thought-provoking read. Doyle's masterful prose, combined with his ability to evoke suspense and terror, invites readers into a chilling exploration of the mind's latent powers. This novella is a significant contribution to the horror genre, revealing the vulnerabilities that dwell within us all.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length29 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2IV
Sherlock Holmes: Das Tal des Grauens / Sherlock Holmes: The Valley of Fear (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle15h 49m$1 · $0.00
Die verlorene Welt (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle11h 42m$2 · $0.00
Onkel Bernac (Historischer Roman) (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle8h 4m$1 · $0.00
Die Memoiren des Sherlock Holmes: Holmes' erstes Abenteuer und andere Detektivgeschichten (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle21h 27m$1 · $0.00
Die Rückkehr des Sherlock Holmes (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle12h 31m$1 · $0.00
A Study in ScarletArthur Conan Doyle3h 58m$12 · $0.00
Neues von Sherlock Holmes - Die Hörbücher - Folge 29: Sherlock Holmes und der diebische WeihnachtsmannArthur Conan Doyle, Klaus Peter Walter46m$12 · $0.00
The Adventures of Sherlock HolmesArthur Conan Doyle9h 18m$12 · $0.00
The Hound of the BaskervillesArthur Conan Doyle5h 16m$12 · $0.00
Sherlock Holmes: Die bekanntesten Krimis (Zweisprachige Ausgaben: Deutsch-Englisch) (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle114h 33m$1 · $0.00
The Hound of the BaskervillesArthur Conan Doyle6h 26m$7 · $0.00
Sämtliche Sherlock Holmes-Romane (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle25h 54m$1 · $0.00
Die Rückkehr des Sherlock Holmes - Zweisprachige Ausgabe (Deutsch-Englisch) (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle22h 19m$1 · $0.00
Sherlock Holmes: Seine Abschiedsvorstellung (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle8h 1m$2 · $0.00
Colección de Sherlock Holmes (Anotado)Arthur Conan Doyle40h 33m$3 · $0.00
A Reminiscence of CricketArthur Conan Doyle12m$7 · $0.00
Memories and AdventuresArthur Conan Doyle16h 3m$7 · $0.00
The Sherlock Holmes Mysteries: All 4 novels & 56 Short Stories in One Edition (Annotated)Arthur Conan Doyle73h 42m$2 · $0.00
The Story of Spedegue's DropperArthur Conan Doyle54m$7 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (Annotated)Arthur Conan Doyle530h 45m$2 · $0.00
Unfinished BusinessBlair Howard7h 17m$23
EmberJeffrey Wilson, Brian Andrews13h 58m$23
The New Human Revolution, vol. 1Daisaku Ikeda7h 46m$12 · $0.00
Meddlesome MoneyMildred Abbott8h 21m$20
Midnight ShadowsS.E. Smith5h 40m$17
CollateralBrian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson13h 8m$23
The Complete Sherlock Holmes Novels & Stories (4 Novels + 56 Short Stories) (Annotated)Arthur Conan Doyle73h 13m$2 · $0.00
The ReunionJana Deleon6h 31m$26 · $0.00
Animal 3K’wan6h 33m$20
To Hold and ProtectSandra Owens7h 59m$8 · $0.00
Extinction WarNicholas Sansbury Smith12h 1m$23
Savy WisdomPeggy McColl2h 53m$15
3 a.m. Premium: Books 1–5Nick Pirog15h 27m$25
Farewell My Lovely (Annotated)Raymond Chandler10h 37m$2 · $0.00
The Labyrinth of the SpiritsCarlos Ruiz Zafon27h 55m$53 · $0.00
Tracing Killer EvidenceJodie Bailey5h 46m$12 · $0.00
AGATHA CHRISTIE Premium CollectionAgatha Christie37h 15m$2 · $0.00
Sign of the MakerBrian Shea7h 13m$17
No Sin UnpunishedLynDee Walker7h 43m$17
Sherlock HolmesMade for Success14h 22m$25
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