I've read this story at least twice, but your wonderful narration really brings it to life. My 9th great grandfather was the Roger Conant (1592-1679) who founded Salem. It's his statue that stands in Salem. Thankfully, that was long before the witch trials. Thank you!
Henry was my great great uncle. I had never thought to look for him on here but I am so glad I did. Thank you for this. It's always fun to feel a stronger connection with our ancestors.
@@FrenchEdward06 😅😂🤣" That's amazeballs" , I can't fathom hearing you say that... anymore than the Queen saying such a phrase .However, most uneducated presumptions are wrong, especially mine. I very much enjoyed this narration, thank you very much for sharing your talents with us all. Happy New year's!
Absolutely enchanting, Mr. French! A terrific tale told perfectly. Right up there with the late, great Ken Nordine. I look forward to hearing more from you, sir!
I have heard that Vincent Price was a perfect gentleman, but this could be his son with such delivery and inflection! .....and I love Kuttner, The Graveyard Rats, next, please. 😎
Glad to see this story is among the popular and best tales. That's where it belongs. Together with a bunch of Bloch, CA Smith, and the likes....! I can't help myself in calling for more, more and still more.... All the best Ian and stay safe...!
@@FrenchEdward06 a bit late to reply as I've only just seen this, but tyvm means "thank you very much". Wonderful story and great narration as usual Mr E.E French.
Edward--- I didn't know you were a contemporary. Upon discovering your channel, I though I'd hit upon a collection of old-time radio tales. Your voice is very like one of our famous old radio suspense story narrators. His name escapes me.
@@FrenchEdward06 It was E.G. Marshall I was thinking of; but after direct comparison, his voice is more brash and harsh than yours. You do voice the same baritone authority.
Hi Tipi Dan (love that name :) i have no idea why, but i thought of James Earl Jones. i bet he'd tell these tales with an authority making them eerie and hair-raising. very different, but equal to Edward - who is really fantastic. i liked E.G. Marshall a lot, too. Oh my, i just realized you used authority - didn't even realize it. LOL Keep safe :}
@@FrenchEdward06 a bit late to reply but just seen this....tyvm means "thank you very much". Wonderful story and great narration as usual Mr E.E. French.
😳 Abigail Prynne...? ...or was it Prim...? 🤔 ⛓️ Prim made me think of a certain Thomas Browne. ⛓️ Thomas Browne was the man who coined the term "prim" (as well as words like Medicine and Hallucination and many others) ⛓️ Sir Thomas Browne was Shakespeare's equal, -though time has cast him in the shade....and that's a shame ⛓️ Sir Thomas left behind a number of works, all of which are well worth the time of any curious reader with an antiquarian bent; but, for our purposes : ⛓️ HYDRIOTAPHIA - Urn Burial - ⛓️ Yes. Seems to fit the theme of this story, doesn't it? 🤔 ⛓️ I went and found it, but sad to say: Only one version available on line. This is a crime, isn't it? 🤔 ⛓️ Not that the version on line is bad, of course. It's just not as good as it could be, if you see what I'm saying? ⛓️ Some poems and some writers deserve the dignity that history has denied them. Sir Thomas Browne is one. E. E. French, I believe, is the man to do it. -doubt me if you will, but before deciding, go over and listen. See if this poem does not deserve greater dignity. (a humble request) ⛓️ Additionally : NO version of the Gardens of Cyrus 😣 -can it be? -sadly yes. (quoth the raven) ⛓️ Well That was a circuitous trip we have taken, wasn't it? -but not entirely boring now, -was it? 🤔 ⛓️ Think of this as an invitation to become acquainted with Shakespeare's forgotten brother. (if not already known) ⛓️ Best way is to look up A Quincunx for Thomas Browne, and then a listen to Hydriotaphia (17+4 minutes total running time) In so doing, you might just find a friend (so to speak) and someone to stimulate your twilight speculations about life, and meaning, and...lots of things. ⛓️ I hope that I have not been too overbearing. Best of luck with all you do. 🍀👍
Baruch-I'm glad you think so....it's kind of a cliché but it seemed fitting to conclude this reading with that wonderful violin note. Thanks for listening. E.E.F.
Be careful what you wish for. I suspect the black circle is a metaphor for that dark part of everyone's psyche. In other words, it's already in your room! Cheers. E.E.F.
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I've read this story at least twice, but your wonderful narration really brings it to life. My 9th great grandfather was the Roger Conant (1592-1679) who founded Salem. It's his statue that stands in Salem. Thankfully, that was long before the witch trials. Thank you!
That’s quite a lineage.
@@BarryHart-xo1oy 👍
Henry was my great great uncle. I had never thought to look for him on here but I am so glad I did. Thank you for this. It's always fun to feel a stronger connection with our ancestors.
That's amazeballs! I hope we did great, great Uncle narrative justice. E.E.F.
@@FrenchEdward06 😅😂🤣" That's amazeballs" , I can't fathom hearing you say that... anymore than the Queen saying such a phrase .However, most uneducated presumptions are wrong, especially mine. I very much enjoyed this narration, thank you very much for sharing your talents with us all. Happy New year's!
I hear a slight whisper of Vincent Price in your voice. Quite enjoyable, thank you 😊
You've stolen my thunder! Yes very Vincent Price like!
With a hint of Donald Sutherland?
I disagree with both above about Edward French's performance. What's so wrong with allowing French to be an original?
More than a whisper.
@@jonwiley2592 It's impossible not to hear it if you have listened to Price's radio work. It's wonderful!
Absolutely enchanting, Mr. French! A terrific tale told perfectly. Right up there with the late, great Ken Nordine. I look forward to hearing more from you, sir!
THANKS MitaLupa. Ken Nordine IS and will always be the KING of the storytelling hill. Be safe and well! E.E.F.
Perfect narration. What I wouldn't give for such a great speaking voice.
Henry Kuttner's "The Salem Horror "is quite amazing.The narrator's baritone is really fantastic.Many thanks.🇷🇺
I have heard that Vincent Price was a perfect gentleman, but this could be his son with such delivery and inflection!
.....and I love Kuttner, The Graveyard Rats, next, please.
😎
i do also hear a slight Vincent Price love it
The Dreams in the Witch House, with a touch of The Rats in the Walls. Lovecraft has been the source material for many younger horror writers.
Excellent narration. A treasure discovered.🙏🦉🇪🇨Thank you very much!
thank you. Mr. French. I wanted to hear this story for so long. this is the best halloween gift. thank you again
It was a TREAT for me too, liberty. Thanks for listening.. Cheers. E.E.F.
Read with just the right tone, thoroughly enjoyed this. Thank you for the time and energy you put in into this.
This man could read a phone directory and make it sound fascinating....
Reminds me of Oliver Onion's "The Beckoning Fair One"...
in therapeutic tones. Grateful.🙏
This was excellent! Perfect voice and mood for these stories thank you so much
Solid story. It didn't chill me as much as Hydra did but nevertheless, it was a good thrilling tale.
Thanks Mr. French!
What a fantastic voice. Thank you so much for sharing it with the world. ❤
Thank YOU for listening, Beth. I hope you will subscribe. I do this every Saturday. Cheers. E.E.F.
Go ahead scare me to death - that scream! perfectly timed, short and high pitched :}
What an absolute joy and pleasure to run across this story!
Glad to see this story is among the popular and best tales. That's where it belongs. Together with a bunch of Bloch, CA Smith, and the likes....!
I can't help myself in calling for more, more and still more....
All the best Ian and stay safe...!
Thanks Roland. You can call me Ed. Cheers. E.E.F.
This was very enjoyable! Thank you
Every word creates pictures that are so vivid it’s almost as if we were right there watching the drama unfold. A fly on the wall, so to speak.
Great reading of a great Mythos story!
Great speaking voice, sir! Reminds me of the late-great Vincent Price. But I'm sure you're aware of that. Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Thanks, Joe. There are worse things than being compared to the great Price! Be well and safe, Joe Guitar and stay tuned for more stories. E.E.F.
@@FrenchEdward06 a bit late to reply as I've only just seen this, but tyvm means "thank you very much". Wonderful story and great narration as usual Mr E.E French.
You have a great voice for these kind of stories.
Marvellous.
Perfect narration.
Kelvin- I find my narrations so much more "focused" when I broadcast from the witch room! Thanks. E.E.F.
This was awesome through in through
Splendid offering for Halloween, Mr F!
Thanks, Chris. Glad our little trick turned out to be a treat! E.E.F.
Happy Halloween xx loved it!
Thank you.
I miss Vincent Price so much!
Thank you for keeping up the work!
Edward--- I didn't know you were a contemporary.
Upon discovering your channel, I though I'd hit upon a collection of old-time radio tales. Your voice is very like one of our famous old radio suspense story narrators.
His name escapes me.
You're thinking perhaps Orson or Vincent. I've heard those comparisons.....But thanks for listening! E.E.F.
@@FrenchEdward06 It was E.G. Marshall I was thinking of; but after direct comparison, his voice is more brash and harsh than yours. You do voice the same baritone authority.
@@Tipi_Dan, He narrated the CBS Radio Mystery Theater I used to listen to it after Reds Baseball games.
Hi Tipi Dan (love that name :) i have no idea why, but i thought of James Earl Jones. i bet he'd tell these tales with an authority making them eerie and hair-raising. very different, but equal to Edward - who is really fantastic. i liked E.G. Marshall a lot, too.
Oh my, i just realized you used authority - didn't even realize it. LOL Keep safe :}
Absolutely perfect tyvm
Not sure what tyvm means....but, THANKS! E.E.F.
@@FrenchEdward06 a bit late to reply but just seen this....tyvm means "thank you very much". Wonderful story and great narration as usual Mr E.E. French.
😳 Abigail Prynne...?
...or was it Prim...? 🤔
⛓️
Prim made me think of a certain Thomas Browne.
⛓️
Thomas Browne was the man who coined the term "prim" (as well as words like Medicine and Hallucination and many others)
⛓️
Sir Thomas Browne was Shakespeare's equal,
-though time has cast him in the shade....and that's a shame
⛓️
Sir Thomas left behind a number of works, all of which are well worth the time of any curious reader with an antiquarian bent; but, for our purposes :
⛓️
HYDRIOTAPHIA
- Urn Burial -
⛓️
Yes.
Seems to fit the theme of this story, doesn't it? 🤔
⛓️
I went and found it, but sad to say:
Only one version available on line.
This is a crime, isn't it?
🤔
⛓️
Not that the version on line is bad, of course.
It's just not as good as it could be, if you see what I'm saying?
⛓️
Some poems and some writers deserve the dignity that history has denied them.
Sir Thomas Browne is one.
E. E. French, I believe, is the man to do it.
-doubt me if you will, but before deciding, go over and listen.
See if this poem does not deserve greater dignity.
(a humble request)
⛓️
Additionally :
NO version of the Gardens of Cyrus
😣
-can it be?
-sadly yes.
(quoth the raven)
⛓️
Well
That was a circuitous trip we have taken, wasn't it?
-but not entirely boring now,
-was it? 🤔
⛓️
Think of this as an invitation to become acquainted with Shakespeare's forgotten brother. (if not already known)
⛓️
Best way is to look up
A Quincunx for Thomas Browne, and then a listen to Hydriotaphia (17+4 minutes total running time)
In so doing, you might just find a friend (so to speak) and someone to stimulate your twilight speculations about life, and meaning, and...lots of things.
⛓️
I hope that I have not been too overbearing.
Best of luck with all you do.
🍀👍
"an indescribably miasma of antiquity" and other Lovecraft influences
Finishing with Danse Macabre was a wonderful touch...
Baruch-I'm glad you think so....it's kind of a cliché but it seemed fitting to conclude this reading with that wonderful violin note. Thanks for listening. E.E.F.
You took me there and didn't let me go.
This makes me want to play darkest dungeons again
Or is it just a trick of the light?
Hello dear Edward.Would you mind to send me alink is you read Chesterton.
I would love to have that black circle of stone in my room.
Be careful what you wish for. I suspect the black circle is a metaphor for that dark part of everyone's psyche. In other words, it's already in your room! Cheers. E.E.F.
Is the last sentence written in italics? Lovecraft readers might know of this habit.
What happened to your "Who Goes There!" vids?
Copyright issues, Bartacomus. Had to remove it . E.E.F.
I had a touch
Ed French sounds like mr Vincent Price.
So what are we going to do tonight brain?
The same thing we do every night, Pinky... *try to take over the world.* 😀
@@BennyLlama39 Narrrth
Best not to mess with such things. BTW it's Jan 11, 2020. I don't need Halloween for a good story
Every week is Halloween on this channel. Cheers! E.E.F.
@@FrenchEdward06 🎃
With sardonic amuzement
Cардонический
Злобно- насмешливый
Презрительнвый
Генри Катнер (...-1958)🇺🇸
Писатель- фантаст
😲😲😲😬😬😬🎃🎃🎃
Uuuuuuuuu
Was it your intention to sound like Vincent Price