The M. R. James Collection
No. 13 and Other Ghost Stories, Ghost Stories, More Ghost Stories
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Narrated by:
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Sir Michael Hordern
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By:
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M. R. James
About this listen
William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly abridged and remastered stories are now available to download for the first time.
This curated collection of M. R. James’ supernatural stories is read by critically acclaimed star of stage and screen, Sir Michael Hordern.
This collection includes M. R. James’ most beloved stories, including The Haunted Doll’s House; The Ash Tree; Lost Hearts; Casting the Runes; The Haunted Doll’s House; The Ash Tree; Lost Hearts; Casting the Runes; Number 13; Count Magnus; Canon Alberic's Scrap-Book; The Stalls of Barchester Cathedral; and Lost Hearts; alongside other spine-tingling tales.
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 6
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 2
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- Narrated by: Christopher Lee
- Length: 1 hr and 57 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 38
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 29
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 29
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 58
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 60
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