It's #5treesfriday everyone 😂. Hope you enjoy this one. If you like Walpole I've put all of the stories of his I've read together as a playlist: Hugh Walpole: ua-cam.com/play/PL7JYpOrSDoCfgIKPwB9HK-qJMLR6hG_6H.html
Hello again Might I recommend a great night ghost story to you? I say new, released in 2019 I think. New to me and possibly not 'shelved' as a ghost story.... Bit if an underlying ghost issue here (and who hasn't had rattling chains....."I digress"... The book is called Everybody's Fool and it is by Richard Russo. I am finding it that perfect blend between spooky and humour. Hope that you see this and so forth
It is often said that, "before one can write, one must live". This wonderful story of magical thinking, *is* as many have have commented so very relatable. We have been there, (on one side or the other), and one of the *scariest* moments we can experience in our lives, is that moment when we realise that we nearly just lost the most precious thing in our lives. The moment when we saw it's true value, and *Nature* itself should punish us for our negligence. Great story, excellently presented. Thank you Jasper.
Thank you April, I'm glad you liked it. When I first read it I was so swept along by the central dilemma that I almost forgot it would have a supernatural denouement.
Love the enunciation of each word in Jasper's narration - always creates a terrific sense of the time and place. Walpole's story felt like an arrow hitting a bullseye in many respects of my own life experience. A great story brilliantly told.
How does Walpole unearth pieces of our lives we either don’t want to see or don’t quite know how to acknowledge, even in this modern time? He will never become outdated. As usual, Jasper is masterful in this extremely satisfying presentation
Well remarked...will never become outdated as he describes so well that which makes us human. And your reading, especially the cadence, makes me, at times, forget it's not Walpole himself that reads it.
Hugh Walpole would be extremely gratified and happy if he could hear this beautiful, personal, thoughtful and believable narration of his story. It was an exquisite pleasure to listen to this!
Hugh Walpole is really a wonderful writer. His characters, atmosphere, descriptions of both the environment and human feelings are realistic to the point of forcing on to wonder as to" how does he have such insight."
I'm poorly, Jasper, so already in bed, but I'm still going to wait till later x And a poem for all the subs... Stay Spooky, Stay Spikey, And don't forget to hit Likey! 😂
It helps to remind myself that *Walpole* writes supernatural & weird fiction. This story is heavy in symbolism & beautiful descriptive language; and, this story back to back w/ *Strange Bedfellows* the previous one you wrote would be, *Jasper* quiet the gut punch ... well placed & Thank You *Jasper*
Yes, I was so struck by the parallels with my own story that I had to slot "The New Mother" in between. As you say, Walpole's writing is excellent here 👌
I hate stories about relationships falling apart and there is nothing anyone can do about it. It’s like a Karma thing. So I loved the happy ending. Beautifully told as always.
Fantastic story and narration. Oy yeah, Walpole was a literary genius, and Jasper remains peerless! This one contains plenty of life lessons, stories, and lessons. I like how he weaves horror, religion, and spiritualism into a tale. A story about tough times, good times, decisions, and repercussions. I carefully listened to several parts more than once to make sure I completely understood the point(s). Well done, my friend!
Oh, this was a good one! Thank you❤. It has only taken me three times to finish it. I cannot stay awake listening to your voice. So I'm sitting out on my cold porch. ❤️ And God is good that way.
How lucky am I to get to listen to these wonderful short stories read with such talent and perfection? I do believe that you Jasper, bring these stores to life even better than the author could ever have imagined. Thank you dear sir! 🌻💝
Thanks Jasper for a great reading of a great short story. Hugh’s descriptions are wonderful and I think your tone is perfect. I was reminded of an old saying- “ as cold as a mother-in-law’s kiss.”
@@EnCryptedHorrorwhat are your thoughts on Shirley Jackson? I love the darkness of her stories, they always leave me wondering where she found her inspiration. I'd love to hear you narrate some of them one day. She's not everyone's cup of tea for sure 😂
Middle-class touristy trash that I am, I've been to the Lakes and Keswick in particular a lot. It really is one of the most breathtaking places I have ever been. And though I wouldn't describe myself as strictly spiritual, it really does feel like the landscape watches over you in turn. It's a place shaped as much by human hands over millenia as by glaciers and continents, and maybe that gives it a special quality; nit completely wild but never tamed either. The central theme of this story as well as the beautiful and frank description captures it perfectly. Lovely story, and wonderful narration as ever.
Intriguing. Sort of a Man-against-himself disguised as Man-against-nature? When small things around us seem to be coincidentally conspiring to stop us, or to push us, or to force some course of action from us -- is it us finding agency in those things as a way to circumvent making a conscious choice to take that course? Or am I just lying here, overthinking a theme only I see in the tale? Thank you for a stimulating visual tale (everything's visual when one has hyperphantasia, but the depth of the inner-movie is so much greater with exceptional prose). [as I was driving past a particularly lush, autumn-draped willow this morning, I was caught off guard by an urge to bury my face in its foliage and entangle my fingers in its branches as though they were locks of hair -- I think I'm a bit bonkers due to sleep deprivation...]
What a wonderful story.I had no idea he was such a gifted writer and that he wrote supernatural fiction as well as his novels.All the locations he describes ( Watendlath, Grange, Rosthswaite Lodore Falls) are all real places not far from where he actually lived and wrote.The house of the main character is set exactly where Walpole’s house was.It’s a beautiful house set high above Derwentwater, the views must have been spectacular.It’s still there, in private ownership.He must have got a lot of inspiration from his beautiful surroundings, he obviously loved the area.Such a lovely story and the narration was wonderful too.Walpole would have been proud.Happy Christmas Jasper and thank you for your great work, it brings happiness to us all.
Thanks so much for this lovely comment. I found a wonderful website all about Hugh Walpole (hughwalpole.com) with pictures of his house and the area. Well worth investigating. A fascinating life 😊
In the beginning, the paths my mind imagined that this story might take were so different from where it actually went. I’m happy to say it was not what I was expecting……..even though the title of the story is something of a hint.😁 That was a really nice surprise. Excellent choice Jasper! Thank you!🐙
Hello to you story teller i hope you are well--A fine story worthy of the telling--No great adventure/no blood or gore just an ordinary everyday dilemma that anyone could find themselves in- male or female--Sometimes lots of times a simple walk up or down the street with a little imagination can be an adventure of stories--THANK YOU JASPER--Your choice in choosing a story is remarkable
It’s Friday night and I’m chuffed to bits to find a new reading by Jasper, of a Hugh Walpole story I’ve never come across too. To say I’m as excited on this Friday as I would have been at this time 30 years ago is pushing it a bit, but I did get a little buzz when I saw this post 🙏🏻
That's what I thought (and hoped). It would be riveting in its own way even without the supernatural element. And Walpole is very honest in describing the thought processes and interactions between men and women.
It's weird though. In the Studio comments feed I can see the whole comment (with the text struck through). On UA-cam that text is all missing so it looks like you said "I hope you are well - male or female" 😄. I thought, I know I do put on voices, but... 😆
I believe it’s your use of dashes. UA-cam allows formatting in comments, and strikethrough is applied to text by surrounding it with dashes. You can do the same thing with asterisks to make text bold.
It was first published in 1934 I think. As far as I know he had no especial interest or study in psychiatry. I just think he was very sensitive and perceptive about aspects of the human condition. He led a very fascinating life if you choose to look him up.
It's #5treesfriday everyone 😂. Hope you enjoy this one. If you like Walpole I've put all of the stories of his I've read together as a playlist: Hugh Walpole: ua-cam.com/play/PL7JYpOrSDoCfgIKPwB9HK-qJMLR6hG_6H.html
Thanks for your latest *playlist*
Hello again
Might I recommend a great night ghost story to you? I say new, released in 2019 I think.
New to me and possibly not 'shelved' as a ghost story....
Bit if an underlying ghost issue here (and who hasn't had rattling chains....."I digress"...
The book is called Everybody's Fool and it is by Richard Russo.
I am finding it that perfect blend between spooky and humour.
Hope that you see this and so forth
It is often said that, "before one can write, one must live".
This wonderful story of magical thinking, *is* as many have have commented so very relatable.
We have been there, (on one side or the other), and one of the *scariest* moments we can experience in our lives, is that moment when we realise that we nearly just lost the most precious thing in our lives. The moment when we saw it's true value, and *Nature* itself should punish us for our negligence.
Great story, excellently presented.
Thank you Jasper.
Thank you April, I'm glad you liked it. When I first read it I was so swept along by the central dilemma that I almost forgot it would have a supernatural denouement.
I cannot imagine a better reader of Walpole.
Thank you! I really enjoy reading Walpole's work. Such smooth prose.
Love the enunciation of each word in Jasper's narration - always creates a terrific sense of the time and place. Walpole's story felt like an arrow hitting a bullseye in many respects of my own life experience. A great story brilliantly told.
He is so good here on matters of the human heart and mind. Thanks Frank 👍
How does Walpole unearth pieces of our lives we either don’t want to see or don’t quite know how to acknowledge, even in this modern time? He will never become outdated. As usual, Jasper is masterful in this extremely satisfying presentation
I agree. He is unflinching here, isn't he? Glad you enjoyed 👍
Well remarked...will never become outdated as he describes so well that which makes us human.
And your reading, especially the cadence, makes me, at times, forget it's not Walpole himself that reads it.
Hugh Walpole would be extremely gratified and happy if he could hear this beautiful, personal, thoughtful and believable narration of his story. It was an exquisite pleasure to listen to this!
Thank you, I do hope that's true. Glad you enjoyed 😊
Hugh Walpole is really a wonderful writer. His characters, atmosphere, descriptions of both the environment and human feelings are realistic to the point of forcing on to wonder as to" how does he have such insight."
Definitely!
I loved this story! Jasper you never disappoint. Thank you.
You're welcome! 😊
I'm poorly, Jasper, so already in bed, but I'm still going to wait till later x And a poem for all the subs...
Stay Spooky,
Stay Spikey,
And don't forget to hit Likey! 😂
Ah, *that* is my new favourite poem, Hilary 😆 and one that we should all learn by heart.
Feel better soon! 😷
It helps to remind myself that *Walpole* writes supernatural & weird fiction. This story is heavy in symbolism & beautiful descriptive language; and, this story back to back w/ *Strange Bedfellows* the previous one you wrote would be, *Jasper* quiet the gut punch ... well placed & Thank You *Jasper*
Yes, I was so struck by the parallels with my own story that I had to slot "The New Mother" in between. As you say, Walpole's writing is excellent here 👌
I hate stories about relationships falling apart and there is nothing anyone can do about it. It’s like a Karma thing. So I loved the happy ending. Beautifully told as always.
Thank you! Yes, it all turned out right in the end...well, apart from you-know-who...
Raking leaves with Jasper today it just don't get any better
Ah, yes, my own begotten patch of lawn is calling me...🍂🍂
Fantastic story and narration.
Oy yeah, Walpole was a literary genius, and Jasper remains peerless!
This one contains plenty of life lessons, stories, and lessons. I like how he weaves horror, religion, and spiritualism into a tale.
A story about tough times, good times, decisions, and repercussions.
I carefully listened to several parts more than once to make sure I completely understood the point(s).
Well done, my friend!
How this story resounded so true in my soul. How mysteriously does God protect us from our follies.
Wonderful. And what an insightful writer Walpole was.
Oh, this was a good one! Thank you❤. It has only taken me three times to finish it. I cannot stay awake listening to your voice. So I'm sitting out on my cold porch. ❤️ And God is good that way.
That was a wonderfully told intriguing story!! Thank you!
How lucky am I to get to listen to these wonderful short stories read with such talent and perfection? I do believe that you Jasper, bring these stores to life even better than the author could ever have imagined. Thank you dear sir! 🌻💝
My first time with Walpole and beautifully read. Seems like I answered the equation correctly, ha ha.❤
Fabulous stuff. Walpole has amazing insight.
Hugh Walpole is fast becoming a fave and mostly thanks to @Encrypted. 🎉
Thanks Jasper for a great reading of a great short story. Hugh’s descriptions are wonderful and I think your tone is perfect. I was reminded of an old saying- “ as cold as a mother-in-law’s kiss.”
This one felt special...full of warnings and words to the wise.
Can't beat a bit of Walpole 👍
Great story, Walpole is a great story teller, The Snow and The Silver Mask are two of my all time favourites, so atmospheric. Thanks Jasper ❤
I really enjoyed doing "The Silver Mask". I loved that bounder character. Reminded me of Nigel Havers in "The Charmer"...
@@EnCryptedHorrorwhat are your thoughts on Shirley Jackson? I love the darkness of her stories, they always leave me wondering where she found her inspiration. I'd love to hear you narrate some of them one day. She's not everyone's cup of tea for sure 😂
The quiet claustrophobia of others' secrets. Brilliant story and reading.
Well, that was not what I expected from Mr Walpole, and I REALLY enjoyed it. Thank you Jasper 💜
I'm glad you liked it! Thanks Violet 😊
Sitting by the log-burner with a hot drink, perfect. I really enjoyed this tale, another excellent reading Jasper. thanks!
You're very welcome. Sounds like you're warmer than I am right now. Might put the old three-bar on...
Oh boy, today just got so much better!
I very much like the writing in this story very good observations by the author
Gripping from beginning to end. Thank you so much for sharing this story x
Glad you thought so! And you're very welcome 👍
Middle-class touristy trash that I am, I've been to the Lakes and Keswick in particular a lot. It really is one of the most breathtaking places I have ever been. And though I wouldn't describe myself as strictly spiritual, it really does feel like the landscape watches over you in turn. It's a place shaped as much by human hands over millenia as by glaciers and continents, and maybe that gives it a special quality; nit completely wild but never tamed either. The central theme of this story as well as the beautiful and frank description captures it perfectly. Lovely story, and wonderful narration as ever.
Thanks @cronchyskull and the Lakes are wonderful. I haven't been that way for a while now, but really must 👍
Another gem. So thrilled to have discovered you very recently. Wending my way through the previous stories has been a delight.
I'm so pleased to hear it. Thank you for all your kind comments 🙏
Intriguing. Sort of a Man-against-himself disguised as Man-against-nature? When small things around us seem to be coincidentally conspiring to stop us, or to push us, or to force some course of action from us -- is it us finding agency in those things as a way to circumvent making a conscious choice to take that course? Or am I just lying here, overthinking a theme only I see in the tale? Thank you for a stimulating visual tale (everything's visual when one has hyperphantasia, but the depth of the inner-movie is so much greater with exceptional prose). [as I was driving past a particularly lush, autumn-draped willow this morning, I was caught off guard by an urge to bury my face in its foliage and entangle my fingers in its branches as though they were locks of hair -- I think I'm a bit bonkers due to sleep deprivation...]
What a wonderful story.I had no idea he was such a gifted writer and that he wrote supernatural fiction as well as his novels.All the locations he describes ( Watendlath, Grange, Rosthswaite Lodore Falls) are all real places not far from where he actually lived and wrote.The house of the main character is set exactly where Walpole’s house was.It’s a beautiful house set high above Derwentwater, the views must have been spectacular.It’s still there, in private ownership.He must have got a lot of inspiration from his beautiful surroundings, he obviously loved the area.Such a lovely story and the narration was wonderful too.Walpole would have been proud.Happy Christmas Jasper and thank you for your great work, it brings happiness to us all.
Thanks so much for this lovely comment. I found a wonderful website all about Hugh Walpole (hughwalpole.com) with pictures of his house and the area. Well worth investigating. A fascinating life 😊
@@EnCryptedHorror, I must look at the website, thanks for that!
Thanks Jasper a lovely gentle story and as always excellently told
Thank you Joe 👍
Hi Jasper, thank you for this very tender story with its strange field. Xxxx🌹
Hi Becca! Glad you enjoyed it! Walpole is so good...😊
In the beginning, the paths my mind imagined that this story might take were so different from where it actually went. I’m happy to say it was not what I was expecting……..even though the title of the story is something of a hint.😁 That was a really nice surprise. Excellent choice Jasper! Thank you!🐙
Yes, he sets his stall out right from the title with this one 😄. Glad you enjoyed it 👍
That was positively magnificent! I was so caught up in the character study that the horror took me by complete surprise. Well done!
Hello to you story teller i hope you are well--A fine story worthy of the telling--No great adventure/no blood or gore just an ordinary everyday dilemma that anyone could find themselves in- male or female--Sometimes lots of times a simple walk up or down the street with a little imagination can be an adventure of stories--THANK YOU JASPER--Your choice in choosing a story is remarkable
Excellent! Thank you so much ❤
You're very welcome, Maria 🙏
Morning coffee and a good telling...good morning
Good morning to you! 😊
Well this one came outta left "field". Horrible pun I know. I did not see this one coming and I love it! Thank you Jasper, for making my day!
You're welcome!
Beautiful story, beautifully read :)
Thank you, glad you thought so 🙏
Sorry, if I’m repeating myself, but thank you for this very fine story, and your excellent reading!
It's a good one indeed 👌
Another momentous story & narration! How'd you find this one, cuz you know, sometimes you can't see the forest for the trees...
It’s Friday night and I’m chuffed to bits to find a new reading by Jasper, of a Hugh Walpole story I’ve never come across too. To say I’m as excited on this Friday as I would have been at this time 30 years ago is pushing it a bit, but I did get a little buzz when I saw this post 🙏🏻
Haha! You're not as bad as me. Last week I got excited that I had one more episode of "All Creatures Great and Small" to watch 😄
A good bedtime story for my timezone! Thanks Jasper!
Of course, I planned it that way *cough* 😁
You have the gift of being able to read the voices of women and not sound ridiculous, as most male readers do. Your voices always sound natural.
Thank you! That's a great compliment 🙏
If you know about Walpole's life, this story takes on a different meaning. Excellent as always! ❤️
Thank you so much 😊
You're very welcome 🙂
That was great thank you!
You're very welcome!
You are a machine the last couple months.
I'm part A.I. now, George. It's the only way 😁
The insight this author has on the human condition, it's entertaining alone without the story
That's what I thought (and hoped). It would be riveting in its own way even without the supernatural element. And Walpole is very honest in describing the thought processes and interactions between men and women.
It's weird as I get older, I look for strange stories, but enjoy one like this even more that offer such insights.
WOW JASPER THIS IS A BELTER. SO FAR ...IM SAVING SOME
This is a good one by Walpole. Well read, Jasper!
Thank you kindly 🙏
(sings) I talk to the trees... That's why they put me away.
Interesting what happens when one resists one's nature ...
WHY IS THERE A LINE RUNNING THROUGH MY COMMENT TO YOURSELF
🤔 I don't know. I'm not sure I'd even know how to do that on my phone 😄
It's weird though. In the Studio comments feed I can see the whole comment (with the text struck through). On UA-cam that text is all missing so it looks like you said "I hope you are well - male or female" 😄. I thought, I know I do put on voices, but... 😆
I believe it’s your use of dashes. UA-cam allows formatting in comments, and strikethrough is applied to text by surrounding it with dashes. You can do the same thing with asterisks to make text bold.
Hilarious@@EnCryptedHorror
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When was this written? Did he, by any chance study psychology or psychiatry?? Curious.
It was first published in 1934 I think. As far as I know he had no especial interest or study in psychiatry. I just think he was very sensitive and perceptive about aspects of the human condition. He led a very fascinating life if you choose to look him up.
Excellent story but very annoying wit background noise of people screeching and talking ( around 20 minutes in...)
Yes, the sound effect of the town because I have music and sound effects on my stories. I don't find it annoying. Sorry.