So artfully written... a fairy tale in an archaic, rural setting that is so other-worldly! I was deeply impressed by its unabashedly adult themes: youthful rebellion, the pain of unrequited feelings and the violence of irrational desires ...all intricately woven into a girl's awakening. ✅ Mr. Walker has reinvented the "red riding hood" tale into an entirely new masterpiece. The best and most eloquently written parts I thoroughly enjoyed: ⭐ “... the honeysuckle wrapped around him like a lover, the thorns ripped his skin and his blood ran red over the fresh green tendrils ...and he hung like a sacrifice in the arms of the flowers.” Mr. Tony Walker... this is a work of genius 🙏
You are too kind. This was the first foray into such themes. I have a story in the members section called Dungarvan Castle which has similar themes, but this is the first 'public outing' of the same. To mixed review is has to be said, though in the main, favourable.
This was a great story. It read like an “adult” fairytale. I’m not usually a big fan of werewolves, but Tony Walker is fantastic reading his were-tale, and the werewolf is truly an evil beast.
I keep trying to come up with accolades worthy of this masterpiece, but everything falls short. I was absolutely riveted till the last word. Thank you for sharing this gem 💎
The bit at the end that talks about defeating strength (violence) with beauty, it really resonates with me as a survivor of various forms of violence at the hands of men who claimed to love me. I now also volunteer to help other people who have experienced similar things to get on the right track to healing. We always say you get your revenge by living a good life, or that you "win" by figuring out how to live without those events or people controlling your life. In a sense, we as healers, counselors, and advocates work to help people find their beauty again after ugly things have been done to them. Part of healing is being able to love yourself, treat yourself kindly, practicing self-care by doing things that you enjoy, etc. Being able to see life as a time where beautiful things can and do happen, even if the past has been traumatic. I don't know if you meant it that way, but that is what came to my mind.
I listen to stories to try to sleep. I've listen to many of yours as I find your voice very soothing,.. but this one... I was absolutely enthralled. I've heard it three times now, just to make sure I didn't miss anything if I'd dozed. Just like an adult fairy tale with an amazing twist. It was brilliant, thank you. Not just the narrator but the author too! What a talent. Encore! 👏👏👏
Loved the reference to Snow White and the twist of the old woman being a good and not an evil witch, an ally to Rebecca rather than a jealous enemy. Loved the denouement of Gawain via magical plant infiltration. Very pleasing to off such a villain in such a way!
Excellent story. I normally fall asleep listening to stories but this was so good I had to sit up and listen. I had to know how it ended and was not disappointed. ❤️
I spent five minutes trying to remember where I'd read this...and then remembered it was in your book! Great story-complex, nuanced and engaging from beginning to end.
I really enjoyed this story, all the way to the satisfying ending. I was surprised to hear it was a creation of yours Tony, because it felt very much like a traditional Celtic folk tale. With an element of modern true crime and the story of woman learning to recognize her own strength. What a great story for a father of daughters to write. I was so involved with what Rebecca would do next, especially after she had met the Flower-Face woman of the woods. When I heard you say this story was from your "Cumbrian Ghost Stories" I immediately looked it up and bought the Audible version. This is an excellent story and I look forward to hearing more of your own tales in the future.
I really enjoyed writing this one. Inhave done more modern stories with fae elements but this is a period one. The bewcastle fairies is a little bit like it
I absolutely love your stories. Just found this channel from Horrorbabble recommendations. And now ive listened to all of Unreal City, Haunting of Hill House, and now this story, and i couldn't be more impressed and delighted. Your channel has now replaced Horrorbabble as my nighttime bedtime stories, and i cant wait to hear more!!!!
I have never come across a story that stirred and scared me so much and l loved every minute of it. I can't wait to watch the next story. Thank you so very much for sharing and telling the stories. 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
You sir are a master narrator. Thank you for putting in the work and time to deliver such fine storytelling. And for sharing your talents. Forgive me, I had no idea you were an author too. So glad I found you and subscribed.
Tony, the writing here is incredible! I don't know how I hadn't listened to this one before. The pacing, symbolism, and imagery-WOW. Especially loved the description of the ending-very original and it was like watching movie it was such visual language. Loved it.
Wow! Great story weaving. Mood. Clarity. Loved the way the true nature of Gowan was teased into the telling. Was not totally predictable, which for this clairsentient was totally appreciated but not always achievable. I love being surprised! And what a voice! When i was in England and then Scotland.. Edinburgh.. in 70s, i learned to say Edinburgh properly and still foist it upon others when needed. Lol. Thank you lovely spirit. A forever fan. Florida
You really took us deep into the woods with this one...I love this genre and you nailed it, what a perfect story! Thank you so much; I love your writing as much as your reading!
Wow really loved that story, you are a talented guy so thank you so much for sharing your time n talent it was my first time so I've subscribed can't wait to hear all your other content awesome awesome awesome thanks again
I associated this with a fairy tale early on. It certainly has all the elements of fairy tales. When I saw your remarks, I was surprised that that is what you intended. Thanks! Loved looking at the wolf the whole time!
Just found yr channel a few days ago, and i gotta say, wildly impressed. You have fantastic taste. Ghost stories have this inherent romance that transcends the chill value and really speaks to me and it's clear that you totally get that part of the appeal. Immensely gratifying stuff. Keep it up, man. The Nerd Lobby appreciates all your hard work.
Blodeuwedd, I feel I have read something about her- Welsh mythology? It's in the long ago and far away lol Really amazing story! I hope you and your family have a lovely time in Edinburgh, and know the pleasure you bring to your listeners, readers and viewers..
Fantastic! One of my favorites of your stories even better--enhanced--with your own narration. Thank you! Cumbrian Ghost Stories: Weird Tales From An Old Land by Tony Walker is one of my favorite books. Thank you for all of your hard work for us.
Sooooooo ... I usually listen to these stories to fall asleep, but you've had me up far later than I should be in rapt attentive fright . Derwentwater and now here. Damn you, you silken voiced... Uggghhh I am incapable of finding the appropriate words, and that's quite the compliment since I've early ever been rendered wordless ❤️❤️❤️ from Iowa.
What a great story, Tony. Marvelous, really. A little graphic sexually for me, but you read it so beautifully I was able to ride the waves. Loved the tree woman and all the symbolisms. Thank you!!!
Ditto this time around. : Grizsedale Forest Wedding one of my very favorite stories . And your presentation enhanses the story even more. Have ordered your More Cambrian Ghost stories. Waiting in suspense!
I like the balance of the beauty and harshness of Nature - the youthful focus on the power of beauty and the embrace of Mother Earth - an idea that triumphs in the end. The darkness doesn't ultimately obscure it, but reveals its power. The persistence of life through death - physically piercing his powerful form, and his blood drips from a sort of kudzu effect. And we also get a little microcosm in the the honeysuckle Gawain tried to stomp out (= A little whisper of foreshadowing. Lovely. Thank you. It was a nice ride!
Great story with good pacing and filled with enough imagery and symbolism to take its time. Especially loved the many call-backs to Welsh myth, like "Flower Face". Have you read the Mabinogion? As a fellow Fairy and Folk tale lover, have you read The Djinn in the Nightingale's Eye by A.S. Byatt? If you haven't I can't recommend it enough - I read it many years ago and the stories are still memorable.
Oh yes. My first degree was in welsh and Irish long ago. I like A S Byatt too. I read that one a long time ago so long I barely recall it. Time to dig it out again
"There is no one as empty as an idealist who has lost her belief." So true. Have to experience this storytelling again because Rude Reality kept invading first time around. Rude Reality is usually best banished by Returning Rudeness in pure form. Ignoring it--unwise, however, in the case of Rude Bankpeople. Learn so much from your stories--your own and the ones you select and your commentaries. Enriches life, mine anyway, and I am sure I am not alone. Thank you.
Hi, I suffer from severe depression, on medication but Tony helps more with his tales and his interesting talks, a Renaissance Man. I AM THE WOMAN ( AGEING HIPPIE) WHO HAS LOST HER IDEALS, AND NOW IS ANGRY, AND LOST..." Words of wisdom, I've not phrased it that way to my therapist before but today I will. Isn't this a terrific channel. You read ghost and folk tales but to have a narrator with a legitimate talent for writing too, a gem. Namaste from Canada, Z
@@MSYNGWIE12 How wonderful that Tony's podcast helps you. I know he would love to hear that. His voice is like hearing from a long lost friend. Stay well.
That’s a WONDERFUL STORY! A TRUE! Fairytale! It’s fantastic that your daughter gave you a skull- in symbology BONES represent the SOUL ENERGY- your head hold’s your soul’s energy and your daughter is honoring your interests, your work, & your intellectual gifts! How GREAT to have a daughter who sees & respects your inner greatness! 🖤☠️💀👻 Thank you soooo much for all your shared knowledge. 🧠 I first took a Fairytale course in college, along w/ a Jungian course, & I been forever down the 🕳🐇rabbit hole (side note: my first book in college was Alice In Wonderland). I LOVE the DEPTH & the symbolic connections of the ending, that BEAUTY conquers the BEAST! I think this is one of my favorite fairytales ever! As for meaning, WOMEN WHO RUN WITH THE WOLVES helped me overcome my own “#metoo experience” & I cherish that book in my heart.💝 If you haven’t read it, it’s truly a master piece & a fantastic book. Sorry for the length, but I also look forward to the adventure of a Ghost Night with you & yours sometime & I would LOVE to visit this Edinburgh Festival. I keep hearing it pop up in my spectrum- so it’s now on my TO GO & DO list. Cheers from Bellingham, Washington (1hr. South Vancouver, BC)!🍸🥃🖤☯️☮️💟🕉
@@ClassicGhost Modesty becomes you, but your ☯️☮️truth💟🕉 shines through❣️🖤☸️Listened again & I agree with another comment : this is a MASTERPIECE FAIRYTALE! I love Angela Carter’s work and I think this story is PAR for her work, maybe even HOLE-IN-ONE! Seriously, FANTASTIC! I REALLY, REALLY enjoy your writing. Thank you for keeping the ART of STORYTELLING ALIVE & WELL!
The terrifying bit to me was the brutality of the man, I was genuinely holding my breath with my head in my hands when Rebecca was trying to get the knife....
A beautifully written and read story.. One of those few stories that touch deeply, pulling, slowly ( like a vine 😋) your heart or spirit.. Ive listened to every one of your stories and narrations on this channel
That was brilliant! Absolutely loved it! It seemed to have a rhythm with the regular mentions of the trees and the names of the folk and the way you read it and it definitely reminded me of tales in the Mabinogion! You should ABSOLUTELY start a new Fairytale channel. ( before I run out of supernatural tales to listen to.. ) I'm up to four a day, might need help!
@@shannonlucas2980 erm... a few. But. Haunted Castles, Horror Stories For Halloween, London Horror Stories, Cumbrian Ghost Stories and More Christmas Ghost Stories are the most up to date ones
Ive listened to all the stories on your channel and I'm always waiting impatiently for the next.. My absolute fave audio stories narrator 💌👍.. Peace and love ☮️&🧡
Thankyou Tony.. Many a day and night during world war C ( covid 😋) when tv is just C News reruns ( or preruns, being copies of tommorows News) and I can only sew so many curtains, make so many wire lampshades, turn so many cereal boxes into little chests of drawers, Your stories and narrations have kept me ( reasonably 😜) sane.. ☮️🧡
I have not come across your channel before, but after hearing this I immediately subscribed. I know Grizedale Forest very well. I live in Edinburgh, and am sure that you will find much to inspire you on your forthcoming visit. There are several ghost tours, one by bus. I am looking forward to a story set in Scotland's capital!
@@ClassicGhost You will be enjoying the Scottish Summer! I live near the ski-slope to the South of the City. I have been here for just over 40 years, previously living in Swansea, though I was brought up in Birmingham. Greyfriar's Churchyard is a very atmospheric setting for a ghost story. Hopefully, you will be inspired.
Please cover the fairy stories etc that you mentioned are a possibility. I am of Celtic and Norse Viking decent so please, anything Celtic, Druidic and Norse would make me very happy. I loved this wedding tale, especially seeing as I am a Witch, it’s nice to see us represented in a good light, much appreciated. A book you may have read is Women who run with the wolves. There the author breaks down many fairy stories, some classic, some cultural and shows the analogous and symbolic nature of them and how they apply to the psyche both conscious and unconscious. It’s a book that’s had a very profound impact on me and my life. You may find it intriguing. I wish you well. Blessed be 🙏🏻✨
+NordiCeltic Witch I’ve got a few other things . I did Elias and the Draug which is Norwegian. The Maid of Lyn y Fan which is Welsh. Hansel and Gretzky. My own Bewcastle Fairies . None quite like this
I've grown up being told what a ' strong command of the English language I have' ...but alot of your narrations completely stunt my brain and command of plain old speech. 🤣😁🦄
loved this. tried listening to the turn of the screw though just couldn't keep up from sentence to sentence it didn't form a solid story in my mind. loved this though 👌
I so enjoyed this. Thanks so much! Have you read Raymond E Feist's "Faerie Tale". You likely have but that is a wonderful melding of folk faerie tale and spooky ghost story. Thanks again for sharing. It was very easy to emerse myself into this. I had a big bunch of roses from my garden on the table as I listened lol. 3D for the olfactory🤣
I recently bought an anniversary edition of mythago wood! It was life changing for me as a younger woman. One of those evocative books that stays with you long after you've read it. Changed the way I saw folk tales forever😊
When I was ten, I went through a fairy tale phase where I read every color fairy tale book the Pomona Public Library had, which was extensive. Did you know that there was a violet fairy tale book? For some reason, that stands out in my mind. Since this was awhile back, I will probably come across one of your stories where I hear about the time you and Sheila had in Edinburgh at the Fringe and on the Walk.
Aye! What a story! Good old fashioned Grimm type fairy folk tale! Very enjoyable, except - I wanted to shake the crap out of Rebecca each time she did something stupid! I actually like the forest witch! Good thing Rebecca was raised with a kind heart and didn't turn her away!
As someone who is a pagan witch, and Goddess follower ( in a Jungian way) and also a qualified psychotherapist/counsellor who worked with victins of domestic abuse for over a decade, I feel this story should be on the school curriculum for teenage girls.
What a wonderful story. I heard it as if I was watching a movie. What a wonderful writer you are.Bravo! And thank you.
Wow, thank you!
So artfully written... a fairy tale in an archaic, rural setting that is so other-worldly! I was deeply impressed by its unabashedly adult themes:
youthful rebellion, the pain of unrequited feelings and the violence of irrational desires
...all intricately woven into a girl's awakening.
✅ Mr. Walker has reinvented the "red riding hood" tale into an entirely new masterpiece.
The best and most eloquently written parts I thoroughly enjoyed:
⭐ “... the honeysuckle wrapped around him like a lover, the thorns ripped his skin and his blood ran red over the fresh green tendrils ...and he hung like a sacrifice in the arms of the flowers.”
Mr. Tony Walker... this is a work of genius 🙏
You are too kind. This was the first foray into such themes. I have a story in the members section called Dungarvan Castle which has similar themes, but this is the first 'public outing' of the same. To mixed review is has to be said, though in the main, favourable.
This was a great story. It read like an “adult” fairytale. I’m not usually a big fan of werewolves, but Tony Walker is fantastic reading his were-tale, and the werewolf is truly an evil beast.
Werewolves aren't evil 😂😭
I keep trying to come up with accolades worthy of this masterpiece, but everything falls short. I was absolutely riveted till the last word. Thank you for sharing this gem 💎
Aww. You are very kind
Heartily concur! It’s my favourite on the channel!
Absolutely agreed 👌🏼
Yep on pins and needles till the last word!
@@ClassicGhostthis is one of your best!! Thoroughly enjoyed!
The bit at the end that talks about defeating strength (violence) with beauty, it really resonates with me as a survivor of various forms of violence at the hands of men who claimed to love me. I now also volunteer to help other people who have experienced similar things to get on the right track to healing. We always say you get your revenge by living a good life, or that you "win" by figuring out how to live without those events or people controlling your life. In a sense, we as healers, counselors, and advocates work to help people find their beauty again after ugly things have been done to them. Part of healing is being able to love yourself, treat yourself kindly, practicing self-care by doing things that you enjoy, etc. Being able to see life as a time where beautiful things can and do happen, even if the past has been traumatic.
I don't know if you meant it that way, but that is what came to my mind.
I listen to stories to try to sleep. I've listen to many of yours as I find your voice very soothing,.. but this one... I was absolutely enthralled. I've heard it three times now, just to make sure I didn't miss anything if I'd dozed. Just like an adult fairy tale with an amazing twist. It was brilliant, thank you. Not just the narrator but the author too! What a talent. Encore! 👏👏👏
It's one of my favourites to be honest so I'm glad you like it too
Excellent, Tony. Great writing. Great narration.
Thank you very much
You wrote this!!!! I loved it!
I did. Glad you liked it
Loved the reference to Snow White and the twist of the old woman being a good and not an evil witch, an ally to Rebecca rather than a jealous enemy. Loved the denouement of Gawain via magical plant infiltration. Very pleasing to off such a villain in such a way!
Spoiler.
@@rochellee.pigman6495 Totally..
Great
Excellent story. I normally fall asleep listening to stories but this was so good I had to sit up and listen. I had to know how it ended and was not disappointed. ❤️
Wonderful! I like to hear that.
I spent five minutes trying to remember where I'd read this...and then remembered it was in your book! Great story-complex, nuanced and engaging from beginning to end.
Strength was beaten not by strength...but by beauty. I just loved that. Thank you 🥀❤🥀
I think that is true
My most favorite of all stories!!!!!!Much needed right now and appreciated. Love seeing you in your commentary. More please! Thank you, Tony!
Fantastic fairytale/fable for adults! I found this story to be well written and your narration was top notch. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
I really enjoyed this story, all the way to the satisfying ending. I was surprised to hear it was a creation of yours Tony, because it felt very much like a traditional Celtic folk tale. With an element of modern true crime and the story of woman learning to recognize her own strength. What a great story for a father of daughters to write. I was so involved with what Rebecca would do next, especially after she had met the Flower-Face woman of the woods. When I heard you say this story was from your "Cumbrian Ghost Stories" I immediately looked it up and bought the Audible version. This is an excellent story and I look forward to hearing more of your own tales in the future.
I really enjoyed writing this one. Inhave done more modern stories with fae elements but this is a period one. The bewcastle fairies is a little bit like it
I absolutely loved it, it immediately reminded me of the darker Grimm fairytales, which I've also loved since I was a little girl.
Such a wonderful story not to mention the amazing job you did on the narration. Loved the idea of the Celtic, Japanese, tales etc.
Great story Tony, keep up the good work. This one raises the bar a bit.
Wow! You made my day by saying that
I absolutely love your stories. Just found this channel from Horrorbabble recommendations. And now ive listened to all of Unreal City, Haunting of Hill House, and now this story, and i couldn't be more impressed and delighted. Your channel has now replaced Horrorbabble as my nighttime bedtime stories, and i cant wait to hear more!!!!
I have never come across a story that stirred and scared me so much and l loved every minute of it. I can't wait to watch the next story. Thank you so very much for sharing and telling the stories. 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
You sir are a master narrator. Thank you for putting in the work and time to deliver such fine storytelling. And for sharing your talents. Forgive me, I had no idea you were an author too. So glad I found you and subscribed.
Tony, the writing here is incredible! I don't know how I hadn't listened to this one before. The pacing, symbolism, and imagery-WOW.
Especially loved the description of the ending-very original and it was like watching movie it was such visual language. Loved it.
Oh now, you silver tongued charmer! Glad you liked it. I enjoyed writing it v much
@@ClassicGhost lol! It was wonderful, thanks so much for what you do!
Wow! Great story weaving. Mood. Clarity. Loved the way the true nature of Gowan was teased into the telling. Was not totally predictable, which for this clairsentient was totally appreciated but not always achievable. I love
being surprised! And what a voice! When i was in England and then Scotland.. Edinburgh.. in 70s, i learned to say Edinburgh properly and still foist it upon others when needed. Lol. Thank you lovely spirit. A forever fan. Florida
Lovely words. Thank you
You really took us deep into the woods with this one...I love this genre and you nailed it, what a perfect story!
Thank you so much; I love your writing as much as your reading!
Wow really loved that story, you are a talented guy so thank you so much for sharing your time n talent it was my first time so I've subscribed can't wait to hear all your other content awesome awesome awesome thanks again
Thank you so much!
As a Sunderland lass it's fantastic to listen to your tales and stories. I really enjoyed this one !!!
Great to hear this story again. Gripping as always, masterful. Thank you, Tony. Much, much appreciated.
I associated this with a fairy tale early on. It certainly has all the elements of fairy tales. When I saw your remarks, I was surprised that that is what you intended. Thanks! Loved looking at the wolf the whole time!
It does have beautiful uncompromising eyes doesn’t it ?
@@teddydog6229 Yes. It added a lot to the story.
Fantastic story, thanks Tony.
Just found yr channel a few days ago, and i gotta say, wildly impressed. You have fantastic taste. Ghost stories have this inherent romance that transcends the chill value and really speaks to me and it's clear that you totally get that part of the appeal. Immensely gratifying stuff.
Keep it up, man. The Nerd Lobby appreciates all your hard work.
Too true.
It is the romance of ghost stories that appeals to me. I don’t mean love I mean glamour
“There’s nothing more empty than an idealist who’s lost his belief”. Good stuff
Blodeuwedd, I feel I have read something about her- Welsh mythology? It's in the long ago and far away lol
Really amazing story!
I hope you and your family have a lovely time in Edinburgh, and know the pleasure you bring to your listeners, readers and viewers..
Yep. ‘Flower face ‘ but she’s bad in that story
Fantastic! One of my favorites of your stories even better--enhanced--with your own narration. Thank you! Cumbrian Ghost Stories: Weird Tales From An Old Land by Tony Walker is one of my favorite books. Thank you for all of your hard work for us.
Wonderful story!
Your story is interesting ...TY *Tony Walker* 🍄🌸🌺🌻🌼🌷
Tony, this is definitely one of your best. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this story. Fantastic work!!
Great Story. I really enjoyed that one Tony.
Just had a tooth pulled. Ugh.
Thank u for the story your voice is comforting and helps with the pain.
Thank you, Tony💐
this kept my attention rapt throughout! bravo!!
Sooooooo ... I usually listen to these stories to fall asleep, but you've had me up far later than I should be in rapt attentive fright . Derwentwater and now here. Damn you, you silken voiced... Uggghhh I am incapable of finding the appropriate words, and that's quite the compliment since I've early ever been rendered wordless ❤️❤️❤️ from Iowa.
Bravo!!!!
Well written.Gripping story.
Love the end, so suspenseful. Ty loved it
Excellent story!!
👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 bravo !!!!
Best story so far! Amazing. I was captivated the entire time
So glad!
What a great story, Tony. Marvelous, really. A little graphic sexually for me, but you read it so beautifully I was able to ride the waves. Loved the tree woman and all the symbolisms. Thank you!!!
Ditto this time around. : Grizsedale Forest Wedding one of my very favorite stories . And your presentation enhanses the story even more. Have ordered your More Cambrian Ghost stories. Waiting in suspense!
I will do another one like that soon. Just for you.
@@ClassicGhost Thank you!
I like the balance of the beauty and harshness of Nature - the youthful focus on the power of beauty and the embrace of Mother Earth - an idea that triumphs in the end. The darkness doesn't ultimately obscure it, but reveals its power. The persistence of life through death - physically piercing his powerful form, and his blood drips from a sort of kudzu effect. And we also get a little microcosm in the the honeysuckle Gawain tried to stomp out (= A little whisper of foreshadowing. Lovely. Thank you. It was a nice ride!
Fantastic! ! You can read you can read to me forever! I listen to you all nite thank you I’ll belistening Marguerite😊
What a great story!!!!
Glad you liked it.
Very dark and twisted fairytale I love it.
Yes I like writing this kind of story
Great story with good pacing and filled with enough imagery and symbolism to take its time. Especially loved the many call-backs to Welsh myth, like "Flower Face". Have you read the Mabinogion?
As a fellow Fairy and Folk tale lover, have you read The Djinn in the Nightingale's Eye by A.S. Byatt? If you haven't I can't recommend it enough - I read it many years ago and the stories are still memorable.
Oh yes. My first degree was in welsh and Irish long ago.
I like A S Byatt too. I read that one a long time ago so long I barely recall it. Time to dig it out again
"There is no one as empty as an idealist who has lost her belief." So true. Have to experience this storytelling again because Rude Reality kept invading first time around. Rude Reality is usually best banished by Returning Rudeness in pure form. Ignoring it--unwise, however, in the case of Rude Bankpeople. Learn so much from your stories--your own and the ones you select and your commentaries. Enriches life, mine anyway, and I am sure I am not alone. Thank you.
Hi, I suffer from severe depression, on medication but Tony helps more with his tales and his interesting talks, a Renaissance Man. I AM THE WOMAN ( AGEING HIPPIE) WHO HAS LOST HER IDEALS, AND NOW IS ANGRY, AND LOST..." Words of wisdom, I've not phrased it that way to my therapist before but today I will. Isn't this a terrific channel. You read ghost and folk tales but to have a narrator with a legitimate talent for writing too, a gem. Namaste from Canada, Z
@@MSYNGWIE12 Yes, a terrific channel. Thanks so much for your comment. Helps, encourages many of us, me included. Greetings from Denmark
@@MSYNGWIE12 How wonderful that Tony's podcast helps you. I know he would love to hear that. His voice is like hearing from a long lost friend. Stay well.
I absolutely love this story 😍 I am so very grateful that you have shared it with us. 💜💜💜💜
How lovely. Just settling into bed with this new story. Thanks Tony
Hope you enjoy it
Wow..... I was mesmerized by this one!! Awesome!!! 🤩🤩🤩
Fantastic story! Great writing and narration. Keep up the good work!
I really like this story.
Thank you very much! I am pleased because it is one of mine :)
I LOVED THIS STORY!!! I LOVE HOW U READ IT!!! SEVERAL TIMES ALREADY!!! TYVM
Thank you. Means a lot because it's my own
Excellent!
That’s a WONDERFUL STORY! A TRUE! Fairytale!
It’s fantastic that your daughter gave you a skull- in symbology BONES represent the SOUL ENERGY- your head hold’s your soul’s energy and your daughter is honoring your interests, your work, & your intellectual gifts! How GREAT to have a daughter who sees & respects your inner greatness! 🖤☠️💀👻
Thank you soooo much for all your shared knowledge. 🧠
I first took a Fairytale course in college, along w/ a Jungian course, & I been forever down the 🕳🐇rabbit hole (side note: my first book in college was Alice In Wonderland).
I LOVE the DEPTH & the symbolic connections of the ending, that BEAUTY conquers the BEAST! I think this is one of my favorite fairytales ever!
As for meaning, WOMEN WHO RUN WITH THE WOLVES helped me overcome my own “#metoo experience” & I cherish that book in my heart.💝 If you haven’t read it, it’s truly a master piece & a fantastic book.
Sorry for the length, but I also look forward to the adventure of a Ghost Night with you & yours sometime & I would LOVE to visit this Edinburgh Festival. I keep hearing it pop up in my spectrum- so it’s now on my TO GO & DO list.
Cheers from Bellingham, Washington (1hr. South Vancouver, BC)!🍸🥃🖤☯️☮️💟🕉
Not sure about my inner greatness. I'll ask her.
@@ClassicGhost Modesty becomes you, but your ☯️☮️truth💟🕉 shines through❣️🖤☸️Listened again & I agree with another comment : this is a MASTERPIECE FAIRYTALE! I love Angela Carter’s work and I think this story is PAR for her work, maybe even HOLE-IN-ONE! Seriously, FANTASTIC! I REALLY, REALLY enjoy your writing. Thank you for keeping the ART of STORYTELLING ALIVE & WELL!
Thank you for all the stores. I like them a lot.
I’m glad you do
I love this!! . This the kind of stories I love ❤🐺
Aaahhh!
holy hell Mr. Walker i love you🤍
(each time you write a story it is wrought but with magic)
The terrifying bit to me was the brutality of the man, I was genuinely holding my breath with my head in my hands when Rebecca was trying to get the knife....
That’s some proper revenge there!
So beautiful and amazing! 😊🎉❤
A beautifully written and read story.. One of those few stories that touch deeply, pulling, slowly ( like a vine 😋) your heart or spirit..
Ive listened to every one of your stories and narrations on this channel
Excellent story.
Ps
YES!!!! Please do the new podcast of FAIRYTALES & put it up on RUclips for us non podsters!!!
I agree. Start a fairytales channel, please!
Really good..so fascinating.
loved this book
That was brilliant! Absolutely loved it! It seemed to have a rhythm with the regular mentions of the trees and the names of the folk and the way you read it
and it definitely reminded me of tales in the Mabinogion!
You should ABSOLUTELY start a new Fairytale channel. ( before I run out of supernatural tales to listen to.. ) I'm up to four a day, might need help!
This one had me really gripped. Excellent writing and narration. Thank you.
You're very welcome!
Ha! 1st in line today...I know what I'm doing for the next hour and a half.
I Hope you like it
@@ClassicGhost I grabbed one of your collections for the Kindle yesterday. How many are there?
@@shannonlucas2980 erm... a few. But. Haunted Castles, Horror Stories For Halloween, London Horror Stories, Cumbrian Ghost Stories and More Christmas Ghost Stories are the most up to date ones
Ive listened to all the stories on your channel and I'm always waiting impatiently for the next.. My absolute fave audio stories narrator 💌👍..
Peace and love ☮️&🧡
Glad you like them! Thank you very much
Thankyou Tony.. Many a day and night during world war C ( covid 😋) when tv is just C News reruns ( or preruns, being copies of tommorows News) and I can only sew so many curtains, make so many wire lampshades, turn so many cereal boxes into little chests of drawers, Your stories and narrations have kept me ( reasonably 😜) sane..
☮️🧡
Magnificent story!
Glad you enjoyed it
Brilliant
Wonderful magical story, thank you 🙏
Thanks for listening
I have not come across your channel before, but after hearing this I immediately subscribed. I know Grizedale Forest very well. I live in Edinburgh, and am sure that you will find much to inspire you on your forthcoming visit. There are several ghost tours, one by bus. I am looking forward to a story set in Scotland's capital!
We are at this moment staying near Tranent
@@ClassicGhost You will be enjoying the Scottish Summer! I live near the ski-slope to the South of the City. I have been here for just over 40 years, previously living in Swansea, though I was brought up in Birmingham. Greyfriar's Churchyard is a very atmospheric setting for a ghost story. Hopefully, you will be inspired.
Excellent
Thank you! Cheers!
Nice! Perfect for my “nap”, but not sleep time story! 🙂
Another good one, thanks!
I loved this story. Thank you.
Reminds me of King's "Rose Madder." I like a good retribution story.
Please cover the fairy stories etc that you mentioned are a possibility. I am of Celtic and Norse Viking decent so please, anything Celtic, Druidic and Norse would make me very happy. I loved this wedding tale, especially seeing as I am a Witch, it’s nice to see us represented in a good light, much appreciated. A book you may have read is Women who run with the wolves. There the author breaks down many fairy stories, some classic, some cultural and shows the analogous and symbolic nature of them and how they apply to the psyche both conscious and unconscious. It’s a book that’s had a very profound impact on me and my life. You may find it intriguing. I wish you well. Blessed be 🙏🏻✨
+NordiCeltic Witch I’ve got a few other things . I did Elias and the Draug which is Norwegian. The Maid of Lyn y Fan which is Welsh. Hansel and Gretzky. My own Bewcastle Fairies . None quite like this
Absolutely splendid. Descriptive and dangerous, I loved it.
I've grown up being told what a ' strong command of the English language I have' ...but alot of your narrations completely stunt my brain and command of plain old speech. 🤣😁🦄
+Chris Collins this one had words in it for their own sake
It appears your a very skilled writer also.
Thank you George
loved this. tried listening to the turn of the screw though just couldn't keep up from sentence to sentence it didn't form a solid story in my mind. loved this though 👌
I so enjoyed this. Thanks so much! Have you read Raymond E Feist's "Faerie Tale". You likely have but that is a wonderful melding of folk faerie tale and spooky ghost story. Thanks again for sharing. It was very easy to emerse myself into this. I had a big bunch of roses from my garden on the table as I listened lol. 3D for the olfactory🤣
I read it years ago. I had a copy but I lost it along the way. I need to get another one. Also I need to buy Mythago Wood
I recently bought an anniversary edition of mythago wood! It was life changing for me as a younger woman. One of those evocative books that stays with you long after you've read it. Changed the way I saw folk tales forever😊
I was thinking 'wendigo' when the wolf men turned up!
The Cumbrian version
Mention away Tony. I have google and google earth and I can dream! That story was great. I really enjoyed it!
When I was ten, I went through a fairy tale phase where I read every color fairy tale book the Pomona Public Library had, which was extensive. Did you know that there was a violet fairy tale book? For some reason, that stands out in my mind. Since this was awhile back, I will probably come across one of your stories where I hear about the time you and Sheila had in Edinburgh at the Fringe and on the Walk.
+Thurayya Pomona 🍎
Loved it, Thanks. Blessings sent.
I liked this a lot
Can you do more awakenings with a female heroine? This was my favourite
Aye! What a story! Good old fashioned Grimm type fairy folk tale! Very enjoyable, except - I wanted to shake the crap out of Rebecca each time she did something stupid! I actually like the forest witch! Good thing Rebecca was raised with a kind heart and didn't turn her away!
Exactly. I was aiming for a Grimm feel. I want to do more like this. There is another like this called the Tower of Ker-Zu but with a male protagonist
As someone who is a pagan witch, and Goddess follower ( in a Jungian way) and also a qualified psychotherapist/counsellor who worked with victins of domestic abuse for over a decade, I feel this story should be on the school curriculum for teenage girls.
I'm talking to the screen, "Give him the knife. GIVE HIM THE KNIFE!" But, does anyone listen to me? No!