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Episode 18 · 531 min · Short Ghost and Horror Stories Collection

Short Stories Household Words 1854-58 - Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell

Published Jul 24, 2026by VariousHorror

One candle for every story

  1. 1. Celia and the Ghost - told, candle out
  2. 2. The Haunted Shanty - told, candle out
  3. 3. Perdita - told, candle out
  4. 4. Across The Threshold - told, candle out
  5. 5. The Terrible Old Man - told, candle out
  6. 6. The Manikin - told, candle out
  7. 7. The Tell-tale Heart - told, candle out
  8. 8. Haunted Houses - Castel a Mare - told, candle out
  9. 9. The Fearsom Touch of Death - told, candle out
  10. 10. A Resumed Identity - told, candle out
  11. 11. The Marmoset - told, candle out
  12. 12. 7B Coney Court - told, candle out
  13. 13. The Man Who Wanted To Be Safe - told, candle out
  14. 14. The Lurking Fear - told, candle out
  15. 15. Soul Catcher - told, candle out
  16. 16. Horror Stories - Ada Buisson - told, candle out
  17. 17. Short Ghost and Horror Collection 024 - Various - told, candle out
  18. 18. Short Stories Household Words 1854-58 - Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell - being told, candle burning
  19. 19. Arabic Hidden Words - Baha'u'llah - still to tell, candle lit

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"Short Stories Household Words 1854-58" by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell is a compelling collection of seven short works published in Charles Dickens' Household Words, showcasing Gaskell's keen observations and storytelling prowess. Among these tales are "Half a Lifetime Ago," which transports listeners to the picturesque English Lake District, and "The Poor Clare," a haunting narrative featuring a bewitched heroine. The collection also includes poignant pieces like "The Sin of a Father" and "The Manchester Marriage," both rich with moral lessons. Gaskell's exploration of human experiences and societal issues remains relevant today, inviting listeners to reflect on the complexities of life, love, and the consequences of our choices.

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