Parhaat The Well Told Tale Podcastit (2024)

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The First Men in the Moon Part 6 (of 13) 32:22

5d ago32:22

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In our last episode, Mr Cavour and Mr Bedford found plant life on the surface of the moon. But lost the sphere in the course of their investigations. What other surprises does the moon hold for our heroes? You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps supp…

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The First Men in the Moon Part 5 (of 13) 29:01

12d ago29:01

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After surveying the surface of the Moon, Mr. Bedford and Mr. Cavor have found living plants. The next logical step is to leave the sphere and investigate, but are they ready? You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also sup…

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The First Men in the Moon Part 4 (of 13) 19:58

19d ago19:58

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Mr Bedford and Mr Cavor have landed on the moon and are ready to explore... You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local bookshops, at no cost to you): Books by our favourite authors - https://uk.bookshop.o…

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The First Men in the Moon Part 3 (of 13) 20:06

1M ago20:06

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Mr. Bedford and Mr. Cavor have set off on an adventure, heading to the moon in their spaceship... You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local bookshops, at no cost to you): Books by our favourite authors -…

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The First Men in the Moon Part 2 (of 13) 24:05

1M ago24:05

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Last week, we were introduced to our main characters: the businessman Mr. Bedford and the scientist Mr. Cavor, who has invented a new anti-gravity material called "Cavorite." Mr. Bedford believes that Cavorite has the potential to be profitable, but they still need to find a practical use for it... You can support the channel via our Patreon: https…

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The First Men in the Moon - Part 1 (of 13) 47:13

2M ago47:13

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This week, we're starting a classic science fiction novel, "The First Men in the Moon" by H.G. Wells. It's not as well-known as Wells' other works, but it's equally important. This book seems to be inspired by Jules Verne's "From the Earth to the Moon" and is believed to contain the first depiction of 'the alien hive mind'. Many science fiction sto…

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The Thing from Outside 45:29

2M ago45:29

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Today's Tale was one of six stories to appear in the very first issue of 'Amazing Stories' magazine. In 1926 it was the first magazine devoted to science fiction. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting loca…

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Tom Thumb and Rumpelstiltskin 21:26

2M ago21:26

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This week we return to The Brothers Grimm and two of their classic fairy tales. Tom Thumb: an old English folk tale and Rupelstiltskin a German folktale with roman and greek traditions. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel whi…

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1984 - Part 23 (of 23) 23:59

3M ago23:59

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In Room 101, Winston Smith was broken and he betrayed Julia. Now that he has been set free from the Ministry of Love, what will life be like for Winston Smith? This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books f…

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1984 - Part 22 (of 23) 10:59

3M ago10:59

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We've reached the penultimate episode of "1984," and Winston Smith is about to enter Room 101... This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also…

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1984 - Part 21 (of 23) 18:09

3M ago18:09

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Winston is about to embark upon his rehabilitation within the ministry of love. Can he really be re-programmed and learn to love Big Brother? This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.o…

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1984 - Part 20 (of 23) 30:51

3M ago30:51

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Winston has confessed, but O'Brien and the party do not want Winston's confession. They want to change Winston and turn him into a model citizen who believes in and loves Big Brother. But how will they achieve this goal? This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: ht…

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1984 - Part 19 (of 23) 43:07

3M ago43:07

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Winston is imprisoned in the Ministry of Love, and is reeling from O'Brian's betrayal. What's next for Winston, and what exactly is Room 101? This episode contains descriptions of torture & interrogation: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buy…

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1984 - Part 18 (of 23) 28:57

4M ago28:57

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Our last episode abruptly ended and today we find out why Winston was cut off mid-sentence... This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also su…

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1984 - Part 17 (of 23) 1:05:50

4M ago1:05:50

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O'Brien has welcomed Winston and Julia into the resistance and informed them that they will receive a book written by Goldstein, the leader of the resistance. How will reading this book change their lives? This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patre…

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1984 - Part 16 (of 23) 23:41

4M ago23:41

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In episode 14, O'Brien hinted to Winston that he also harbored anti-party sentiments and invited Winston to come to his home. Julia and Winston have decided to go. Are they ready to come out to a senior party member? This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https:…

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1984 - Part 15 (of 23) 17:02

4M ago17:02

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Winston and Julia know they must end their relationship. Can they find a way out of the party so they can remain together... This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps sup…

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1984 - Part 14 (of 23) 7:15

5M ago7:15

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Winston suspects that O'Brian might also harbour anti-party sentiments. How should he approach this delicate subject with him? This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps s…

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1984 - Part 13 (of 23) 19:41

5M ago19:41

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As Winston and Julia's relationship develops, so does the risk. Should they continue in secrecy, or should they try to defy the party machine? This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.…

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1984 - Part 12 (of 23) 20:49

5M ago20:49

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Winston and Julia are managing to keep their relationship a secret from the Party. Will they be able to keep their rendezvous secret for much longer? This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bo…

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1984 - Part 11 (of 23) 20:29

5M ago20:29

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Winston Smith and Julia have become lovers. How will their relationship endure in a world where they are under constant surveillance and the ever-present thought police? This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buyi…

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1984 - Part 10 (of 23) 20:44

6M ago20:44

20:44

Last time, Winston Smith finally met with 'the girl' in a public square, and they have arranged a secret meeting out of town. But this poses huge risks for Winston - does she really love him? Or is she really an agent of the Thought Police...? This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the chan…

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1984 - Part 9 (of 23) 24:22

6M ago24:22

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With an understanding of Winston Smith's world, we embark on Part 2 of 1984, delving deeper into his personal life and matters of the heart... This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.…

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1984 - Part 8 (of 23) 43:53

6M ago43:53

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We have reached the end of Part 1 of "1984," and Winston Smith decides to venture into the Proles. He is eager to learn about the life of the people who live there and to discover what hope he can find... This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreo…

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1984 - Part 7 (of 23) 27:17

6M ago27:17

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Can Winston Smith find hope in the world? Is resistance to the party be possible? This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting loc…

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1984 - Part 6 (of 23) 13:32

7M ago13:32

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This week Winston Smith continues to analyse the world he lives in and how he has or hasn't conformed along the way... This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support t…

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1984 - Part 5 (of 23) 31:41

7M ago31:41

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Winston Smith continues to struggle to keep his new thoughts secret... This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local bookshop…

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1984 - Part 4 (of 23) 22:16

7M ago22:16

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In this episode we get to see into Winston Smith's work life. Will his newly rebellious mind fit into the order of office life?... This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop hel…

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1984 - Part 3 (of 23) 18:53

7M ago18:53

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In 1984, a world of endless propaganda and the ever present thought police, can Winston Smith hide his illegal and rebellious thoughts?... This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution. You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org …

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1984 - Part 2 (of 23) 18:17

8M ago18:17

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In part two we pick up the story of 1984 as Winston Smith has just finished writing "Down With Big Brother!" in his new diary. An act punishable by death. There is a knock at the door. Have the thought police caught up with him already...?! This novel contains adult themes: younger listeners, please proceed with caution... You can support the chann…

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1984 - Part 1 (of 23) 38:43

8M ago38:43

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We begin a classic of political fiction; 1984 by George Orwell. The words "Big Brother is watching you" have made their way into our everyday vocabulary. Written in 1946, many of the themes of the book are as relevant today as they were in the post World War II & pre Cold War era. This novel contains adult themes, so, younger listeners, please proc…

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Conan: Black Colossus - Part 2 (of 2) 49:44

8M ago49:44

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We continue the story of Black Colossus. Natohk a mysterious and powerful sourceror advances upon the kingdom of Khoraja, ruled by Princess Yasmela; who has enlisted Conan to lead her army against Natohk. But who is Natohk and how will Conan beat him in the battle to come?... You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thew…

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Conan: Black Colossus - Part 1 (of 2) 49:03

9M ago49:03

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We return to the tales of Conan: Black Colossus by Robert E. Howard. This story is a turning point for Conan from mercenary to the road to becoming a King... You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local boo…

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Sentiment, Inc - Part 2 (of 2) 35:43

9M ago35:43

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We return to early cold war United States for the conclusion of Sentiment Inc. Our hero Colin Fraiser is suspicious of Kennedy and his psychological clincal trials after his girlfriend left him for another man after attending one of Kennedy's trials. Fraiser has discovered he is not the only one that this has happened too. Is it all connected?... Y…

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Sentiment, Inc - Part 1 (of 2) 29:34

9M ago29:34

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This week we begin a novellette by science fiction writer Poul Anderson. Sentiment Inc. First published in 1953 we are transported to post war/newly cold war United States... You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also sup…

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Rapunzel - Part 1 (of 1) 10:09

9M ago10:09

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This week's tale is the fairy tale Rapunzel. Over time there have been several variations of this tale and it continues to be told with modern day twists. Enjoy this version from the Brothers Grimm translated by Edgar Taylor & Marian Edwardes... You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying boo…

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Dracula - Part 20 (of 20) 1:29:29

10M ago1:29:29

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In our final episode, Mina Harker's condition deteriorates but her connection to Dracula grows stonger. With little time left can our heroes intercept Dracula before he reaches his castle?... Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this…

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Dracula - Part 19 (of 20) 1:13:57

10M ago1:13:57

1:13:57

It's our penultimate episode of Dracula. All but one of the Count's boxes of soil have been destroyed. With Mina's life still in danger our hereos must face the Count but first they need to find him... Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps su…

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Dracula - Part 18 (of 20) 1:04:55

10M ago1:04:55

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Time is running out for our heros. Mina has been bound to Dracula, they must find the remaining crates of soil before it's too late... Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local bookshops, at no cos…

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Dracula - Part 17 (of 20) 38:36

10M ago38:36

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We pick up our tale with Dr Seaward who has been urgently called to Renfield whose behaviour continues to cause alarm. Back at our heros base Mina's symptoms are sounding very familiar... This episode contains content that may be alarming to some listeners. Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale B…

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Dracula - Part 16 (of 20) 1:04:25

11M ago1:04:25

1:04:25

After a disturbing encounter with Renfield our heroes begin their for hunt Dracula... Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local bookshops, at no cost to you): Books by our favourite authors - https…

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Dracula - Part 15 (of 20) 41:02

11M ago41:02

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Our heroes are now all together and their stories shared. What is next? And how does Renfield fit into everything that has happened?... Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local bookshops, at no co…

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Dracula - Part 14 (of 20) 32:45

12M ago32:45

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Lucy Westenra is now at rest. The focus now turns to Count Dracula and how to stop him... Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local bookshops, at no cost to you): Books by our favourite authors - h…

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Dracula - Part 13 (of 20) 30:01

12M ago30:01

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At the end of the last episode Van Helsing had managed to convince his friends to inspect Lucy's tomb after dark. What will they discover?... Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local bookshops, at…

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Dracula - Part 12 (of 20) 36:03

12M ago36:03

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Van Helsing has been gathering clues as to why/how Lucy died. And will anyone believe the connection he has made between Lucy's death and the children disappearing on Hampstead Heath?... Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this chan…

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Dracula - Part 11 (of 20) 1:14:11

1y ago1:14:11

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We rejoin our tale where preparations are underway for Lucy's funeral. But Van Helsing isn't convinced that this is the end... Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local bookshops, at no cost to you…

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Dracula - Part 10 (of 20) 40:06

1y ago40:06

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Last time our tale took a dramatic and fateful turn. Lucy's window has been smashed and her mother died from the shock. Will Van Helsing & Dr Seward be in time to help Lucy?... Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while …

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Dracula - Part 9 (of 20) 28:58

1y ago28:58

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Lucy is under near constant supervision as her condition worsens. What more can Van Helsing & Dr Seward do to help?... Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local bookshops, at no cost to you): Books…

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Dracula - Part 8 (of 20) 34:48

1y ago34:48

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In our last episode we were introduced to the legendary Van Helsing. This week he travels to Whitby to help Dr Seward investigate Lucy's mysterious illness... Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting lo…

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Dracula - Part 7 (of 20) 33:39

1y ago33:39

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At the end of the last episode Mina had recevied word from Jonathon Harker. She has rushed to be by his side and is anxious to understand what happened to him... Please support The Well Told Tale via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting…

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