A schools inspector visiting a remote part of northern England has a strange encounter with an errant boy pursued by a grim and unsympathetic schoolmaster. But do either of them really exist? Story begins at 00:01:20 Narrated/performed by Simon Stanhope, aka Bitesized Audio. If you enjoy this content and would like to help me keep creating, there are a few ways you can support me (and get access to exclusive content): * Occasional/one-off support via Buy Me a Coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/bitesizedaudio * Monthly support on Patreon: www.patreon.com/bitesizedaudio * Visit my Bandcamp page to hear more of my performances of classic stories, and you can purchase and download high quality audio files to listen offline: bitesizedaudio.bandcamp.com/ * Become a Bitesized Audio Classics member on UA-cam, from $1 / £1 / €1 per month: ua-cam.com/users/BitesizedAudioClassicsjoin
Ah yes, I think because I've released a few recently, including some re-mastered old ones, the notifications are sometimes a bit sparing. Glad you found it anyway!
@@BitesizedAudio I think you know she had a direct impact on my output. Yes, you have that kind of clout. Were it not for you and her at least one of my humble yarns would not have been conceived. Again thank you.❤
This is the second or third time that have listened to this story. A disturbing but gripping ghost story about a heartless and brutal murder very effectively narrated. Many thanks Simon Stanhope Sir
I have only recently discovered your wonderful readings and authors who are frequently overlooked in this time. Thank you so very much for sharing your talent and wisdom with us all, Mr. Stanhope ❤😊
Superb narrative for an afternoon in full flow of a thunderstorm & torrential rain, here in S. E. Estonia, Thank goodness we don't all turn to the evil side when life & those around us do not meet our expectations.
Thank you kindly. I've done a few of her stories to date, you may already have heard them but in case you've missed any they're available in this playlist (which I'll add to as and when I record more): ua-cam.com/play/PLi95qAoufCZLXgj7Koe4qQr7vQUlywa67.html
@@BitesizedAudio Thank you! I'd listened to your Phantom Coach, and I'll have to go listen to the others! I looked her up online, and saw a few stories...but much of the fun of the stories is hearing your presentation!
Hi Simon, i googled your name and as i thought,you are an actor. I did this because i thought there is no way just any old Tom,Dick or Harry could narrate a story so well. We all like to think we can read a story out loud but it's hard to do it well. It has to be ones job basically to be able to do it. Also being born with a voice suited to it helps. Don't hear many stories narrated by Joe Pasquale 🤣🤣🤣 Great stuff mate.Jon.SW England :)
Pleasure to meet you Simon. Scrolling through and found your channel 😮 so of course immediately checked it out Omg a plethora of amazing stories all read by an actual human with the benefits of being talented 😊 My soul is warmed Simon thank you 🎉
Thank you for this! So well read, once again with neatly distinguished characters with regional speech! A story with the oddness of various real reported experiences, but also with the attention to justice you mention in a comment under another of her stories - fascinating! Does the Rev. Mr. Frazer observe, or - with some of his remarks - contribute somehow? And what an intriguing source - happily scanned in the Internet Archive: Thirteen at Dinner and what came of it Being Arrowsmith's Christmas Annual for 1881! Among 'Similar Items' suggested at the bottom of the Archive page: Stories with a Vengeance: Bow Bells Annual (1883) and The Witching Time: Tales for the Year's End (1887) - there's clearly a lot I don't know about 1880s Christmas Annuals!
These old stories display so distressingly the casual cruelty of English schooling...I've always had a hard time enjoying a story when it rears its ugly head.
I know what you mean. There are some awful depictions of school life in the literature of this era and they made a great impression on me when I first read them too. It was satisfying when the horrible characters got their comeuppance though, like Wackford Squeers for instance
Fantastic voice - love to hear your natural voice and learn how the acting voice is developed. I'm currently learning story telling with Dr. Martin Shaw. I've done some video work before, but hate how my voice comes across. What's the trick?
Thanks for your kind comments. I think we all find it odd to hear our own voices especially at first, I'm not sure if there is a trick as such. I never really studied storytelling as an art as such (although it very much is, I know) but approached audiobook reading from my background as an actor, applying lessons I've learned over years working in theatre, in particular performing Shakespeare, where phrasing and emphasis and tone are so key to interpretation and discovering meaning - and conveying it for the listener. It's more important than a pleasing voice, I think. And I'm constantly learning and developing myself. Good luck with your studies
This protagonist is kind of a prickly little shift, in a way. He does not like anyone based on their physical foibles, regardless of whether they turn out to be a murderist or not
The story was very enjoyable until it became clear that the boy was intellectually disabled and his father hated him for it. That was more horrifying than the ghost.
A schools inspector visiting a remote part of northern England has a strange encounter with an errant boy pursued by a grim and unsympathetic schoolmaster. But do either of them really exist? Story begins at 00:01:20
Narrated/performed by Simon Stanhope, aka Bitesized Audio. If you enjoy this content and would like to help me keep creating, there are a few ways you can support me (and get access to exclusive content):
* Occasional/one-off support via Buy Me a Coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/bitesizedaudio
* Monthly support on Patreon: www.patreon.com/bitesizedaudio
* Visit my Bandcamp page to hear more of my performances of classic stories, and you can purchase and download high quality audio files to listen offline: bitesizedaudio.bandcamp.com/
* Become a Bitesized Audio Classics member on UA-cam, from $1 / £1 / €1 per month:
ua-cam.com/users/BitesizedAudioClassicsjoin
I really like the introduction that shows you and explains the process. It’s very soothing and I never get tired of it.
Glad to know that, thank you!
Thank you 👍 Greetings from Cork, Ireland 🇮🇪 😊
For some reason this didn't show up on my notification list. Hmmmpf. Glad I saw it on the home button 👍
Ah yes, I think because I've released a few recently, including some re-mastered old ones, the notifications are sometimes a bit sparing. Glad you found it anyway!
Thank you Simon. A perfectly cosy Sunday afternoon; after rumbles of thunder, one of your narrations to accompany heavy rain🙏.
Very atmospheric! Thanks for listening
Amongst the many, many things I am grateful to you for, cher Simon, introducing me to the work of Amelia B. Edwards ranks highly. Thank you. ❤
That's lovely to know, thank you Bob... she ranks amongst my favourites too
@@BitesizedAudio I think you know she had a direct impact on my output. Yes, you have that kind of clout. Were it not for you and her at least one of my humble yarns would not have been conceived. Again thank you.❤
This is the second or third time that have listened to this story. A disturbing but gripping ghost story about a heartless and brutal murder very effectively narrated.
Many thanks Simon Stanhope Sir
Stanhope is a superb voice actor.
Thanks!
Thanks for your support! 🙏
Many thanks as always from this listener in the Southern US. Your stories make my chores pass so much more quickly. :)
Glad to help Mrs. C. Lovely to hear from you, I hope you're keeping well
Thank you, Simon!
You're most welcome, thanks for your support
More good things happen in that little sound proof studio! Thank you Simon! You're the best! 💖💖💖📖📖📖🫖🫖🫖🍵🍵🍵
Excellent. Very good story, beautifully narrated. Thank you Simon!
Glad to know you enjoyed it, thanks GradKat!
I love these stories, especially the strange ones like this. Appreciation
Thank you Simon. Another gem. Very enjoyable.
I have only recently discovered your wonderful readings and authors who are frequently overlooked in this time. Thank you so very much for sharing your talent and wisdom with us all, Mr. Stanhope ❤😊
Wonderful! Thanks for listening
Thank you from Oklahoma USA.
Goodnight BSA..
Your stories, and dedication to your audience is commendable..
Thank you for your efforts..
Goodnight..
☺️💤💤📖👍🏻...
*Thanks Simon*
You're welcome, thanks as ever for listening and for your supportive comments
A simple thank you. I am not eloquent with words. But I have enjoyed every story you give us. Just me in Texas
You're most welcome, thank you so much for listening and taking the time to comment. More stories coming soon...
Superb narrative for an afternoon in full flow of a thunderstorm & torrential rain, here in S. E. Estonia, Thank goodness we don't all turn to the evil side when life & those around us do not meet our expectations.
Man I love your channel, sitting by the Christmas tree listening to classic ghost stories. Love it
Wonderful, glad to know you enjoy them! Welcome to the channel, and Happy Christmas
She writes well! (Of course, you present well!). This was a great video, and thank you for sharing. If she has more, I would love to hear it/them.
Thank you kindly. I've done a few of her stories to date, you may already have heard them but in case you've missed any they're available in this playlist (which I'll add to as and when I record more): ua-cam.com/play/PLi95qAoufCZLXgj7Koe4qQr7vQUlywa67.html
@@BitesizedAudio Thank you! I'd listened to your Phantom Coach, and I'll have to go listen to the others! I looked her up online, and saw a few stories...but much of the fun of the stories is hearing your presentation!
Another good one. If I know it, I've forgotten. Thanks again! 👏👏👏
Glad to know that, thanks Rosie
Hi Simon, i googled your name and as i thought,you are an actor. I did this because i thought there is no way just any old Tom,Dick or Harry could narrate a story so well. We all like to think we can read a story out loud but it's hard to do it well. It has to be ones job basically to be able to do it. Also being born with a voice suited to it helps. Don't hear many stories narrated by Joe Pasquale 🤣🤣🤣 Great stuff mate.Jon.SW England :)
Appreciated, thanks Jon! Best wishes
Pleasure to meet you Simon.
Scrolling through and found your channel 😮 so of course immediately checked it out
Omg a plethora of amazing stories all read by an actual human with the benefits of being talented 😊
My soul is warmed Simon thank you 🎉
Thank you so much for your kind comments, much appreciated!
Re~listen ... beginning had humor then turned dark ...good
Love this story ❤. Makes me think of Northern England and remember Richard iii and Yorkshire dales ❤
Thank you for this! So well read, once again with neatly distinguished characters with regional speech! A story with the oddness of various real reported experiences, but also with the attention to justice you mention in a comment under another of her stories - fascinating! Does the Rev. Mr. Frazer observe, or - with some of his remarks - contribute somehow? And what an intriguing source - happily scanned in the Internet Archive: Thirteen at Dinner and what came of it Being Arrowsmith's Christmas Annual for 1881! Among 'Similar Items' suggested at the bottom of the Archive page: Stories with a Vengeance: Bow Bells Annual (1883) and The Witching Time: Tales for the Year's End (1887) - there's clearly a lot I don't know about 1880s Christmas Annuals!
Loved it, thank you!!
Glad you enjoyed it, thank you Phoebe
Why. were the Victorians/Edwardians so enthralled by ghost stories ? Any ideas ? Great stories anyway and as usual beautifully narrated.
You read them so well Simon. Im gripped! 😊
Lovely as always ❤
Oh man, this is fabulous. I was told to look for victorian ghost stories by my english lit teacher, because theyre absolutely great.
These old stories display so distressingly the casual cruelty of English schooling...I've always had a hard time enjoying a story when it rears its ugly head.
I know what you mean. There are some awful depictions of school life in the literature of this era and they made a great impression on me when I first read them too. It was satisfying when the horrible characters got their comeuppance though, like Wackford Squeers for instance
Great story!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you ❤
Thank you, enjoy the stories.
Very enjoyable .
Glad to know you enjoyed it, thanks for listening
2024 oct. Still re-listening all your lovely narrations
Thank u for this😂🎉🎉❤
Fantastic voice - love to hear your natural voice and learn how the acting voice is developed. I'm currently learning story telling with Dr. Martin Shaw. I've done some video work before, but hate how my voice comes across. What's the trick?
Thanks for your kind comments. I think we all find it odd to hear our own voices especially at first, I'm not sure if there is a trick as such. I never really studied storytelling as an art as such (although it very much is, I know) but approached audiobook reading from my background as an actor, applying lessons I've learned over years working in theatre, in particular performing Shakespeare, where phrasing and emphasis and tone are so key to interpretation and discovering meaning - and conveying it for the listener. It's more important than a pleasing voice, I think. And I'm constantly learning and developing myself. Good luck with your studies
Thank youuuuuu 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
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This protagonist is kind of a prickly little shift, in a way. He does not like anyone based on their physical foibles, regardless of whether they turn out to be a murderist or not
The story was very enjoyable until it became clear that the boy was intellectually disabled and his father hated him for it. That was more horrifying than the ghost.
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Thanks!