検索キーワード： 著者 "AMBROSE BIERCE" すべてのカテゴリー

Twenty-four short stories in fairly typical Bierce fashion - ghostly, spooky, to be listened to in the dark, perhaps with a light, crackling fire burning dimly in the background. Stories of ghosts, apparitions, and strange, inexplicable occurrences are prevalent in these tales, some of which occur on or near Civil War fields of battle, some in country cottages, and some within urban areas. Can Such Things Be? implies and relates that anything is possible, at any time.

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Una colección de doce historias breves del famoso escritor Ambrose Bierce. Este volumen reúne sus cuentos característicos, narrados en español con voz de IA. Las obras de Bierce se destacan por su ingenio irónico, giros inesperados y reflexiones...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Timeless Psychological Masterpieces by America's Greatest Storyteller Ambrose Bierce revolutionised the short story form, and these eight tales prove why. Each story operates on multiple levels—as entertainment, as philosophical inquiry, and as...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. On a stormy night in San Francisco, the narrator visits Mohun Dampier, an old friend he has not seen in years. He finds him living alone in a strange tower on a hill, pale, aged beyond his years and waiting for something. Then a soft knocking comes from...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. On a quiet bridge in northern Alabama, Peyton Farquhar stands condemned to death. As Confederate soldiers prepare to execute him, his thoughts turn to his wife, his home, and the events that brought him to this final moment. Ambrose Bierce’s An...

An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge, by Ambrose Bierce, is a masterfully crafted short story that transports the audience to the heart of the American Civil War. Peyton Farquhar, a plantation owner, is captured by Union soldiers and sentenced to death by hanging. In his final moments, in a desperate attempt to escape, his mind wanders between reality and illusion. Will he manage to return to his beloved family?

"Um habitante de Carcosa" foi publicado, pela primeira vez, em 25 de dezembro de 1886, no número de Natal do San Francisco News Letter and California Advertiser. Ambrose Bierce (1842-1914) foi um autor, editor e jornalista norte-americano que ficou conhecido pelos seus contos...

Step into the eerie world of Ambrose Bierce (1842 - 1914?), a masterful satirist, critic, poet, and journalist known for his sharp, economical writing style laced with a cynical view of human nature. His mysterious disappearance while observing Pancho Villa‚s army in 1913/14 adds an enigmatic layer to his legacy. In Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories, Bierce weaves tales of spectral encounters that bridge the divide between the living and the deceased. Discover stories where restless spirits reach out with urgent messages or seek retribution. Journey through a series of chilling ...

Dive into the darkly fascinating world of Ambrose Bierce (1842 - 1914?), a journalist, satirist, and masterful short story writer known for his cynical outlook and economical style. Vanishing mysteriously while observing Pancho Villas army, Bierce leaves behind a chilling collection of four grotesque short stories that explore the theme of murder within the family. These tales, viewed through the seemingly innocent eyes of family members‚often the murderer themselves‚offer a haunting yet captivating glimpse into the human psyche. (Summary written by Peter Yearsley)This show includes ...

Dies ist der 2. Teil einer Zusammenstellung der berühmtesten und besten Schauer- und Geistergeschichten der Literaturgeschichte von wahren Ikonen der Horrorliteratur. Diesmal mit im Gepäck: H.P. Lovecraft, Robert E. Howard, Ambrose Bierce, Algernon Blackwood, William Wymark Jacobs, Montague Rhodes James, William Harvey Freyer und Jules Verne.

The American Civil War was fought not only by armies, but by extraordinary individuals whose courage, ingenuity, and determination shaped the course of history. In these seventeen classic stories and historical accounts, daring raiders steal a locomotive deep behind enemy lines. Prisoners tunnel...

A haunting masterpiece of early weird fiction, An Inhabitant of Carcosa follows a solitary wanderer who awakens in a strange and desolate landscape, searching for the city he once called home. As he journeys through the unfamiliar wilderness, unsettling discoveries gradually reveal a profound and unforgettable truth about time, memory, and mortality.

A haunting tale of grief, isolation, and the uncanny, The Boarded Window recounts the tragic story of a lonely frontiersman living in the remote American wilderness. Long after his mysterious death, neighbours speculate about the boarded-up window of his abandoned cabin, uncovering a chilling secret that blurs the line between human tragedy and supernatural horror.

One of the most anthologized short stories in American literature, Ambrose Bierce's 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge' is regarded as a remarkable feat of genius, and has gone on to influence the likes of Ernest Hemingway and William Golding amongst others. A haunting exploration of death, 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge' masterfully blurs the lines between perception and reality in the final moments of a man's life. Set during the American Civil War, it follows Peyton Farquhar, a Confederate sympathiser, facing execution by Union soldiers.

Dive into the nuances of language and the art of communication with "Write it Right," a podcast that celebrates the intricacies of English expression. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that showcases witty critiques and insightful alternatives to commonly misunderstood phrases and grammatical faux pas. This rotating collection invites listeners to engage with the evolution of language, exploring how style and taste have shifted over time. It's not just about correcting errors; it's a unique exploration of how words shape our thoughts and culture. With every episode, discover the ...

Delve into the eerie and fascinating universe of "Fiend's Delight," where macabre tales and unsettling themes intertwine to captivate the imagination. This podcast presents a rotating collection of audiobooks that explore the darker facets of human experience, from the grotesque to the absurd. Each episode invites listeners to encounter a new complete audiobook, showcasing a variety of short stories that may provoke laughter, discomfort, or intrigue. With a focus on the uncanny and the bizarre, this series offers unique explorations that challenge perceptions and evoke a sense of wonder about ...

Delve into the intricacies of language and the human experience with "Devil's Dictionary," a podcast that pairs the wit of satire with a keen observation of society's quirks. Drawing inspiration from the sardonic definitions that challenge conventional wisdom, this rotating collection invites listeners to explore a wide array of audiobooks that dissect human behavior with humor and insight. Each episode presents a new complete audiobook, allowing for a fresh perspective on the absurdities and ironies that pervade our lives. This is not a single story, but rather a series of unique explorations...

Angst, Dunkelheit & das Grauen im Verborgenen – Ambrose Bierces unheimliche Schauergeschichte voller psychologischer Spannung, atmosphärisch gesprochen von Jürgen Fritsche. Was als friedliche Sommernacht beginnt, entwickelt sich zunehmend zu einem Albtraum. Zwischen flirrender Stille, wachsender Unsicherheit und unerklärlichen Ereignissen geraten Wahrnehmung und Wirklichkeit ins Wanken. Mit psychologischem Feingefühl und düsterer Präzision erzählt Bierce eine Geschichte über Angst, Isolation und das Unsichtbare hinter der vertrauten Welt.

In this volume our authors, including Ambrose Bierce, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Winifred Holtby, Bernard Capes and many others bring forth creations and contraptions that are both amazing and abstract as well as diabolical and delightful.

The world since earliest times has always had spies. Information is a valuable commodity and even more so in times of war or tension. Many authors and poets have had real life incarnations as spies from Christopher Marlowe and Aphra Behn to Daniel Defoe. But it’s a dangerous game. Working in a murky, secretive world where any trust given could be at the expense of your life.