
Length281h 14m
About this audiobook
The Pumpkins Have Eyes - Halloween Collection is a mesmerizing anthology that captures the fascination, fear, and fantasy surrounding Halloween, through a tapestry of extraordinary stories, each distinct in style and substance. This collection brings together gothic horror, supernatural entities, and eerie narratives, all wrapped in the spectral glow of this annual celebration. From atmospheric tales of haunted locales to imaginative encounters with the macabre, the anthology paints a rich tapestry of Halloween's allure. Standout pieces, characterized by gripping suspense and vivid imagery, craft narratives that linger long after the final page. This anthology showcases the talents of literary luminaries such as Wilhelm Hauff, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, and many more renowned authors from diverse backgrounds, each infusing their unique cultural and historical contexts into the theme of Halloween. From gothic forebears like Mary Shelley to the psychological intricacies of Edgar Allan Poe, these contributors evoke a wide array of literary movements, offering readers an enriched tapestry of stylistic and thematic exploration. This collection underscores the interconnectedness of these tales with the broader Gothic and Romantic traditions, illustrating how these timeless stories continue to shape and reflect our cultural fascination with the unknown. This collection is a must-read for anyone eager to explore a spectrum of haunting narratives that evoke fear and wonder in equal measures. The Pumpkins Have Eyes invites readers into a world where storytelling becomes a conduit for exploration into the darker recesses of imagination. This collection is not only an exciting Halloween companion but also a scholarly resource on the evolution of horror and supernatural literature—perfect for those seeking to deepen their understanding or appreciation of the genre. Delve into this anthology for its breadth of insights and the enriching dialogue it orchestrates among its myriad contributors.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.3 (11)
Includes Amazon
GenreHorror, General Fiction
Length281 hrs 14 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1James Malcolm Rymer & Thomas Peckett Prest
2I. The Strange Customer at Sweeney Todd's
3II. The Spectacle Maker's Daughter
4III. The Dog and the Heat
5IV. The Pie-Shop in Bell Yard
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6V. The Meeting in the Temple
7VI. The Conference, and the Fearful Narration in the Garden
8VII. The Barber and the Lapidiary
9VIII. The Thieves' Home
10IX. Johanna At Home, and the Resolution
11X. The Colonel and His Friend
12XI. The Stranger at Lovett's
13XII. The Resolution Come To By Johanna Oakley
14XIII. Johanna's Interview with Arabella Wilmot, and the Advice
15XIV. Tobias's Threat, and Its Consequences
16XV. The Second Interview Between Johanna and the Colonel in the Temple Gardens
17XVI. The Barber Makes Another Attempt To Sell the String of Pearls
18XVII. The Great Change in the Prospects for Sweeney Todd
19XVIII. Tobias's Adventures During the Absence of Sweeney Todd
20XIX. The Strange Odour in St. Dunstan's Church
21XX. Sweeney Todd's Proceedings Consequent Upon the Departure of Tobias
22XXI. The Misadventure of Tobias: The Madhouse on Peckham Rye
23XXII. The Madhouse Cell
24XXIII. The New Cook of Mrs. Lovett Gets Tired of His Situation
25XXIV. The Night at the Madhouse
26XXV. Mr. Fogg's Story at the Madhouse
27XXVI. Colonel Jeffrey Makes Another Effort to Come at Sweeney Todd's Secret
28XXVII. Tobias Makes an Attempt to Escape From the Madhouse
29XXVIII. The Madhouse Yard, and Tobias's New Friend
30XXIX. The Consultation of Colonel Jeffrey With the Magistrate
31XXX. Tobias's Escape From Mr. Fogg's Establishment
32XXXI. The Rapid Journey of Tobias to London
33XXXII. The Announcement in Sweeney Todd's Window, Johanna Oakley's Adventure
34XXXIII. Discoveries in the Vaults of St. Dunstan's
35XXXIV. Johanna Alone, the Secret, Mr. Todd's Suspicions, the Mysterious Letter
36XXXV. Sweeney Todd Commences Clearing the Road to Retirement
37XXXVI. The Last Batch of Delicious Pies
38XXXVII. The Prisoner's Plan of Escape From the Pies
39XXXVIII. Sweeney Todd Shaves a Good Customer. The Arrest.
40XXXIX. The Conclusion
41Edgar Allan Poe
42The Tell-Tale Heart
43The Fall of the House of Usher
44The Cask of Amontillado
45The Pit and the Pendulum
46The Masque of the Red Death
47The Black Cat
48The Murders in the Rue Morgue
49The Purloined Letter
50Berenice