Really glad to hear you read one of my favorite short stories. The battle with postpartum depression, her deteriorating mental health while nobody else takes it seriously, really breaks my heart.
I first read this in a literature class where the teacher insisted on interpreting it literally. It was infuriating to me, because the more I looked into it, the more obvious it became that the author was writing a dramatized version of struggles with post partum depression that she likely either experienced or witnessed. At the time, post partum depression wasn't understood at all. Enforced isolation and bed rest was a common "treatment" for it. Isolation like that, especially while dealing with post partum depression, can absolutely lead to psychosis.
Typically I dislike audiobooks, the reader/actor isn’t chosen for being good at the task and doesn’t ever seem to understand or care what they’re reading. Always at some point I just have to turn it off. But you are amazing! You preserve the sense of the story so perfectly, and the emotional tone. Story after story. It all comes across just right and I never once regret that I’m listening to you and not just reading the short story myself. Top tier performance, keep them coming!
Agreed. I've only found a few audiobooks in which I've enjoyed the reader. The way Kristian reads these tales is very engaging, and has actually made me think of how I read stories to my son. He doesn't put on any overly exaggerated voices for any characters or make them sound emotionless and flat, and the pacing and atmosphere are all utilized well.
Fun fact: "Hysteria" was thought of as a woman only illness, for quite a long time, and when doctors saw soldiers exhibiting the same sympotms after WWI, and to not humiliate them by giving them the same diagnosis as women, they called it "shell shock". And jsyk hysteria is no longer acceptable as a medical diagnosis
Such a good story about her struggle of postpartum depression. Having anxiety and depression myself, it really resonates with me hearing her struggles, knowing that (though i believe treatment for postpartum depression is different) everything that her husband is doing for her is the wrong thing. Isolating, not being creative, napping so much, its all so reminiscent of someone spiraling further and further.
Love your work 👊 The sound of your voice is so pleasant, I could listen for hours. I can't pinpoint the origin of your accent, and enjoy trying to work it out by listening. I love a good mystery 😁 Thanks for all the great work you do, much appreciated.
I read this story on my own time in high school. It really stuck with me, and I had all my friends read it too. It has haunted me ever since. I love it.
You have an excellent voice for reading, it makes listening to these stories a pleasure! I hope you continue making these, I've been enjoying them immensely
Strange story of insanity growing inside the mind. Not sure I liked it much. The ending lacked of any conclusive emotion, though gruesome hanging herself by standing on the bed and joining many others hidden in the wallpaper patterns.
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Really glad to hear you read one of my favorite short stories. The battle with postpartum depression, her deteriorating mental health while nobody else takes it seriously, really breaks my heart.
I first read this in a literature class where the teacher insisted on interpreting it literally. It was infuriating to me, because the more I looked into it, the more obvious it became that the author was writing a dramatized version of struggles with post partum depression that she likely either experienced or witnessed.
At the time, post partum depression wasn't understood at all. Enforced isolation and bed rest was a common "treatment" for it. Isolation like that, especially while dealing with post partum depression, can absolutely lead to psychosis.
Typically I dislike audiobooks, the reader/actor isn’t chosen for being good at the task and doesn’t ever seem to understand or care what they’re reading. Always at some point I just have to turn it off.
But you are amazing! You preserve the sense of the story so perfectly, and the emotional tone. Story after story. It all comes across just right and I never once regret that I’m listening to you and not just reading the short story myself.
Top tier performance, keep them coming!
Agreed. I've only found a few audiobooks in which I've enjoyed the reader. The way Kristian reads these tales is very engaging, and has actually made me think of how I read stories to my son. He doesn't put on any overly exaggerated voices for any characters or make them sound emotionless and flat, and the pacing and atmosphere are all utilized well.
I would LOVE to hear you read The Lottery. It's one of my favorite short stories and you read them so wonderfully.
Fun fact: "Hysteria" was thought of as a woman only illness, for quite a long time, and when doctors saw soldiers exhibiting the same sympotms after WWI, and to not humiliate them by giving them the same diagnosis as women, they called it "shell shock". And jsyk hysteria is no longer acceptable as a medical diagnosis
I never thought of it put that way. Excellent observation
a beautiful and eloquent journey into post partum psychosis and depression. you have the perfect voice, tone and mood for reading such tales.
Such a good story about her struggle of postpartum depression. Having anxiety and depression myself, it really resonates with me hearing her struggles, knowing that (though i believe treatment for postpartum depression is different) everything that her husband is doing for her is the wrong thing. Isolating, not being creative, napping so much, its all so reminiscent of someone spiraling further and further.
“John Dear…” shivers
Love your work 👊
The sound of your voice is so pleasant, I could listen for hours. I can't pinpoint the origin of your accent, and enjoy trying to work it out by listening. I love a good mystery 😁 Thanks for all the great work you do, much appreciated.
I really want these on Spotify so I can listen in my car like a podcast.
I read this story on my own time in high school. It really stuck with me, and I had all my friends read it too. It has haunted me ever since. I love it.
This is an old favorite, and as creepy as ever. Your reading of it is excellent!
I can’t believe I’ve never read this.
Thanks for this choice - and another wonderful narration!
Wow, I read this YEARS ago, and it always stuck with me. Great choice! Love it!
You have an excellent voice for reading, it makes listening to these stories a pleasure! I hope you continue making these, I've been enjoying them immensely
This is one of my favorite stories!
whoa, this is great. you and The Dark Somnium should collab!
This is one of my favorites!
Such a great story! Your voice is fantastic for it! Any chance you'll do Shirley Jackson or Stephen King's short stories?
Definitely one of my favs, you did an amazing job
Kristian, you are amazing (and I don't use that word lightly). I wish I had HUNDREDS of stories read by you. I am hooked!
"fascinating horror" is his other channel, tons there!
@@lorifromtemeculaca426 Yes, I'm subscribed to that. In fact, that's where I learned about this one. 😊
@@KarenAlexandrite-aka-PinkRose me too! ;-)
I’ve never heard this story before. I’m interested. And definitely with you reading it. It should be a good one.
Yeah been meaning to listen to this.
Awesome! I read this back in college! It's unnerving and a great piece of social commentary. I'm so glad you're doing these videos.
Perfect timing! I needed something to listen to during this early Monday morning. Thank you for the upload.
Another classic read, thank you sir.
Really enjoying the fiction!
Thank you for this and the Fascinating Horror video so close together 🥹
Wonderful read of a great story!
That was great, thank you
Yes!!! I was going to suggest this one, this is my absolute favorite story. So glad you did it!!!
Thank you for starting this channel!
So niche
Yet so awesome!
Wonderful, interesting story.
I haven't listened yet but am quite excited. I may have read this long ago, but remember it having a lingering creepiness. Love this channel.
Well done, Dave!
Thank you enjoyed that story
Yay new channel!! 🎉❤
This was great!!
Awww yeah, story time bay-beeeee.
Strange story of insanity growing inside the mind. Not sure I liked it much. The ending lacked of any conclusive emotion, though gruesome hanging herself by standing on the bed and joining many others hidden in the wallpaper patterns.