Thomas Hood
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Thomas Hood (May 23, 1799 - May 3, 1845) was an English poet, author and humorist. Hood wrote regularly for the magazines, The London Magazine, Athenaeum, and Punch. He later published a magazine largely consisting of his own works. Hood, never robust, lapsed into invalidism by the age of 41, and died at the age of 45. The following includes Hood's short stories: The Widow of Galicia and The Golden Cup and The Dish of Silver.
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In the desolate moorlands of England, a tale of love, loss, and desperation unfolds. "The Poacher, A Serious Ballad" by Thomas Hood paints a vivid picture of a poacher's perilous existence, where the pursuit of sustenance becomes a deadly game. As the protagonist, Reuben Holt, struggles to provide for his family, he faces the wrath of the law and the unforgiving elements. With each step he takes, the lines between right and wrong blur, and the consequences...
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In the haunting pages of "The Death-bed," Thomas Hood unveils a chilling tale of a dying man's final moments. As the shadows of mortality gather, the protagonist grapples with the inevitable, his thoughts and emotions laid bare in a raw and poignant narrative. Through vivid imagery and evocative prose, Hood explores the complexities of life, death, and the human spirit's struggle against the relentless march of time. Prepare to be captivated by this...
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A collection of classic horror stories, read by Patrick Malahide – a British actor, who has played many major film and television roles.
Stories included:
The Monkey's Paw by W.W. Jacobs
Timber by John Galsworthy
The Mask Of The Red Death by Edgar Allan Poe
The Squaw by Bram Stoker
Martin's Close by M.R. James
The Man In The Bell by W.E. Aytoun...
Stories included:
The Monkey's Paw by W.W. Jacobs
Timber by John Galsworthy
The Mask Of The Red Death by Edgar Allan Poe
The Squaw by Bram Stoker
Martin's Close by M.R. James
The Man In The Bell by W.E. Aytoun...
6) Seven Ages
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'One of the best anthologies of the year. An arresting, deeply moving collection of the best of British poetry read by a star-studded cast.' The Independent This exceptional anthology, based on Lord Owen's published anthology Seven Ages - Poetry for a Lifetime, features many of Britain's leading actors who have all given their services for charity. Shakespeare's 'seven ages' speech (read by Sir Ian McKellen) punctuates the programme which contains...