THE HOUSE OF THE SEVEN GABLES (CHAP 4) A DAY BEHIND THE COUNTER
Step back into the chilling, atmospheric world of Nathaniel Hawthorne’s The House of the Seven Gables as we descend into Chapter IV, “A Day Behind the Counter,” presented in the thrilling style of 1001 Ghost, Chiller, and Lovecraft Stories. Hepzibah Pyncheon continues her agonizing trial, navigating the indignities and blunders of her newfound trade, when the formidable shadow of her affluent cousin, Judge Jaffrey Pyncheon, looms over the shop. This is more than a relative’s visit; it is a confrontation that forces Hepzibah to find the chilling resemblance between the Judge's composed exterior and the stern, ominous features of their long-dead Puritan ancestor, the founder whose curse still lingers over the estate. Just as Hepzibah's difficult day reaches its wearisome and chaotic conclusion, a ray of youthful, blooming sunshine unexpectedly arrives at the antique portal, disturbing the oppressive quiet of the house and hinting that perhaps the destiny of the cursed dwelling is about to shift. Tune in for an episode that proves the greatest chill often comes not from ghosts, but from the darkness hidden within the human heart. Follow us on Social Media for extra content! Instagram: 1001_ghost_stories Facebook: 1001 Ghost, Chiller, and Lovecraft Stories Reddit: 1001 Ghost, Chiller & Lovecraft Stories LinkedIn: 1001 Ghost, Chiller, and Lovecraft Stories Credits Narration and Production by Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer Jon Hagadorn Music: Thanks to Sound Gallery By Dmitry Taras "Scary Horror Music" Music by Dmitry Taras from Pixabay Thanks to The_Mountain "Horror Piano Darkness" Music by Dmitrii Kolesnikov from Pixabay Thanks to freesound_community "Shop Door Bell" Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay
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THE HOUSE OF THE SEVEN GABLES (CHAP 3) THE FIRST CUSTOMER
Welcome back to 1001 Ghost, Chiller, and Lovecraft Stories! Join Gizelle Erickson this week for a spine-chilling journey into Nathaniel Hawthorne’s classic, The House of the Seven Gables, as we delve into Chapter III: “The First Customer.” The reclusive Hepzibah Pyncheon faces her greatest challenge: opening a humble cent-shop to support herself. Experience her overwhelming anxiety as the shop bell heralds not just a customer, but the dramatic collision of her genteel past with the harsh realities of a changing world. As Hepzibah grapples with the indignity of trade and the judgmental eyes of the public, we witness Hawthorne’s masterful exploration of class, pride, and the profound psychological impact of societal change, where a single copper coin becomes a talisman of both perceived degradation and unexpected liberation. Credits Narration and Production: Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer: Jon Hagadorn Music and Special Effects: Thanks to Sound Gallery By Dmitry Taras "Scary Horror Music" Music by Dmitry Taras from Pixabay Thanks to The_Mountain "Horror Piano Darkness" Music by Dmitrii Kolesnikov from Pixabay Thanks to freesound_community "Shop Door Bell" Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay
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THE HOUSE OF THE SEVEN GABLES (CH 2)(WITH MISSING LAST FEW MINUTES) THE LITTLE SHOP WINDOW NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE
In Chapter 2 of The House of the Seven Gables, entitled, “The Little Shop-Window,” we delve deeper into the solitary world of Miss Hepzibah Pyncheon, as she reluctantly prepares to open her cent-shop, an act of sheer desperation after twenty-five years of seclusion. This chapter captures the profound inner conflict of Hepzibah, a woman of "old Gentility" forced by poverty to engage with the world she has long avoided. Her famous scowl, often mistaken for ill-temper by the townspeople, is in fact a result of her nearsightedness, underscoring how outward appearances can belie a "tender, sensitive" heart. This poignant moment of a born lady stepping down from her "pedestal of imaginary rank" to become a "plebeian woman" is a central theme of decaying gentility. Interestingly, Hepzibah's deep reluctance to open her shop mirrors the author Nathaniel Hawthorne's own angst about publishing his written works, suggesting a parallel between the character's struggle for survival and the author's creative anxieties. As she stocks her shelves with humble goods, from gingerbread figures to barrels of flour, Hepzibah weeps, acknowledging the end of an era and the beginning of a life she never imagined. Credits Narrated and Produced by Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer Jon Hagadorn Music: Thanks to Sound Gallery By Dmitry Taras "Scary Horror Music" Music by Dmitry Taras from Pixabay Thanks to The_Mountain "Horror Piano Darkness" Music by Dmitrii Kolesnikov from Pixabay
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NEW! THE HOUSE OF THE SEVEN GABLES (CHAP 1) THE OLD PYNCHEON FAMILY
WELCOME TO FRIDAY NIGHT FRIGHT AT 1001! Hello, fellow seekers of the strange and the spine-chilling! Are you ready to pull back the curtain on a truly ghastly classic tale? Today we delve into the haunting origins of Nathaniel Hawthorne’s "The House of the Seven Gables," where history itself is soaked in dread. Chapter 1 opens with a rusty wooden mansion in New England, its gables pointed like accusatory fingers towards a sky that has witnessed centuries of human folly and shadowed secrets. We begin not with a happy start, but with a vindictive curse. This isn't just a story; it's a legacy of misfortune, where a stately home rises over an unquiet grave, and Death itself steps across the threshold on the very day of its consecration, leaving behind a chilling mystery of blood-soaked ruffs and unanswered questions. Join us for the sophisticated, atmospheric journey into the dark heart of a family tormented by its past. Sponsor Tags Sponsor Intro 30:40 Show Re-entry 30:45 Credits Narrated and Produced by Gizelle Erickson Executive Production: Jon Hagadorn Music & Effects: Thanks to Sound Gallery By Dmitry Taras "Scary Horror Music" Music by Dmitry Taras from Pixabay Thanks to The_Mountain "Horror Piano Darkness" Music by Dmitrii Kolesnikov from Pixabay Thanks to NikitaKondrashev, "Horror Ambient Background" Music by Nikita Kondrashev from Pixabay
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COMING TO 1001 STORIES FROM THE GILDED AGE: ANNE OF THE ISLAND (FROM THE ANNE OF GREEN GABLES SERIES)
It's "Back to School" time for Anne Shirley of Green Gables- as well as your kids and neighbor's kids-Coming Sunday Aug 10 (tomorrow as I write this) at noon EDT -Chapter 1 of the 3rd 'Anne of Green Gables' story- called 'Anne of the Island'- narrated by Gizelle Erickson- who is introducing herself soon over at 1001 Stories From The Gilded Age. Its a combination romance/adventure/coming of age story that will take you back to a simpler time! Join us at 1001 Stories From The Gilded Age Apple Users: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-stories-from-the-gilded-age/id1485751552 Spotify" https://open.spotify.com/show/5sUUFDVTatnGt7FiNQvSHe Website ( and ALL our Anne stories) at 1001 Stories from The Gilded Age: www.bestof1001stories.com
A spine-chilling collection of classic stories and tales from the other side featuring classics from a wide variety of writers that include H.P. Lovecraft, Edgar Allen Poe, Algernon Blackwood, M.R. James, and many others. Radio dramas (suspense, horror, and gothic) will also be featured.
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