The Thing in the Woods
Description:
LibriVox presents an audiobook of The Thing in the Woods by Margery Williams, narrated by Ben Tucker.
In a quaint town in Pennsylvania, Dr. Haverill steps in as the temporary doctor for the nervous Dr. Lennox. The residents are known for their superstitions, particularly their fear of wandering the woods after dark, which seems justified given recent brutal attacks attributed to a mysterious large creature. As the death toll rises, Dr. Haverill begins to wonder if the culprit might be something other than human.
Margery Williams Bianco, who penned this tale under the name Harper Williams, is renowned for her beloved children's story, The Velveteen Rabbit. However, this chilling mystery has gained praise from the likes of H. P. Lovecraft, with scholars noting its significant impact on his well-known work, The Dunwich Horror.
It is important to acknowledge that this book reflects its era and includes some racially insensitive language in its earliest chapters. Listeners who may be sensitive to such content are advised to proceed with caution.
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M4B Audiobook (153MB)