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En una noche tranquila en Laburnam Villa, una familia común recibe la visita de un viejo amigo que trae consigo un objeto extraordinario: una pata momificada de mono a la que se le atribuye la capacidad de conceder tres deseos. A simple vista, parece una oportunidad fascinante; lo que nadie sabe —ni siquiera ellos— es que cada deseo arrancado al destino puede cobrar un precio inesperado que cambiará sus vidas para siempre.

Step into the chilling world of The Monkey’s Paw, a haunting tale penned by W.W. Jacobs in 1902. This dark narrative serves as a cautionary reminder that sometimes, the light at the end of the tunnel might just be an oncoming train. Join Mr. and Mrs. White of Laburnum Villas as they dare to make three wishes granted by the mysterious Monkey’s Paw, despite the ominous fate that befell previous owners. Will they escape the dreadful consequences, or will they too be ensnared by the artifacts sinister power? (Summary by Jim Mowatt.)

Dive into the enchanting world of "Night Watches," where the quiet hours of the night unveil a tapestry of whimsical and poignant stories. Each episode transports listeners to the rugged English coast, where the life of a night watchman intertwines with the lives of sailors, tricksters, and spectral figures that roam the shadows. This rotating collection features a variety of complete audiobooks that capture the humor and heart of working-class life, blending suspense with the everyday struggles and triumphs of its characters. With every story, listeners are invited to explore themes of ...

Cuidado com aquilo que você deseja! Neste episódio, a família White recebe a visita de um amigo que acaba de retornar de uma viagem à Índia, trazendo consigo uma curiosa mão de macaco empalhada. Mas atenção: ela promete realizar três desejos, cada um acompanhado de consequências inesperadas e misteriosas. Este emocionante episódio de Histórias Fantásticas e de Mistério do Vovô Edgar, produzido pela NarraKids, é inspirado em uma história escrita por W. W. Jacobs e foi adaptado para o público infantil com uma narrativa mágica e instigante que combina suspense e descoberta.

Be careful what you wish for in this chilling audiobook adaptation of The Monkey’s Paw by W.W. Jacobs. A classic tale of horror and fate, this suspenseful short story follows a family who comes into possession of a mysterious talisman that grants three wishes—but at a terrible cost. As their desires turn into nightmares, the eerie atmosphere and creeping dread will keep you on edge until the final moment. Perfect for fans of supernatural fiction, gothic horror, and classic ghost stories, this audiobook brings the timeless tale to life with gripping narration.

This collection comprises the best of classic horror writing, with the atmospheric genius of Edgar Allan Poe, the invention and eeriness of Bram Stoker, and the suspense of Wilkie Collins amongst the terrifying gems contained. A veritable schooling in the origins of modern-day horror and fantasy...

Story Listings: The Monkey's Paw by W.W. Jacobs / Timber by John Galsworthy / The Mask Of The Red Death by Edgar Allan Poe / The Squaw by Bram Stoker / Martin's Close by M.R. James / The Man In The Bell by W.E. Aytoun / Caterpillars by E.F. Benson / A Tale Of Terror by Thomas Hood Read by...

Originally published in 1902, "The Monkey's Paw" is a classic horror short story written by author W. W. Jacobs. In the story, the paw of a dead monkey is a talisman that grants its possessor three wishes, but the wishes come with an enormous price. Proceeds from sale of this title go to Reach Out and Read, an innovative literacy advocacy organization.

In The Monkey's Paw, W.W. Jacobs delivers one of the most iconic and chilling tales of supernatural horror. The story follows the White family as they come into possession of a cursed monkey's paw, capable of granting them three wishes—but at a terrible cost. As their desires are fulfilled, the consequences of tampering with fate become disturbingly clear, leading to a horrifying and tragic outcome.

Los esposos White reciben de visita al sargento Morris, quien les muestra una pata de mono que, según creencias de la India, concede tres deseos. Cuando iba a tirar el amuleto al fuego, el dueño de casa se lo compra. Esa noche, por jugar, la señora White pide un deseo. A partir de ese momento, la vida de esta familia da un importante punto de giro.

In 2001, a group of Portland, ME area theatrical professionals began creating a series of audio theatre programs: Nightmares on Congress Street, "classic horror stories to chill and thrill". These productions have all been broadcast on Maine's NPR station for the past few Halloween Eves.

Dive into a captivating collection of short stories that blend humor and horror, each with a surprising twist that will keep you on your toes. Summary by Inkell.

Selección de cuentos cortos clásicos de la literatura universal pensada para todo público.

"The Castaway" is a short story by W. W. Jacobs, telling of the return of a husband, who was thought lost and buried at sea for three years. Mrs. Boxer immediately welcomes him, but his mother-in-law suspects him to be a fraud. A visit to the local fortune-teller only deepens her suspicions. "The Castaway" is a brilliant mystery story that questions reality in a remarkable way, leaving no stone unturned and dwelling into each the characters’ suspicions and fears. Recommended to short story fans and mystery fiction enthusiasts. B. J.

What would you do if you were given a chance to correct the incorrigible? Everything is going well for the White family, but they are human beings after all, and like everybody else, they want money. When a friend of theirs comes to visit, he tells the most extraordinary tale, and leaves them in possession of a mummified monkey’s paw. What follows is a nightmarish ride through hell, starting with a simple, albeit greedy, wish.

The paw of a dead monkey is a talisman that grants its possessor three wishes, but the wishes come with an enormous price.

'Os contos que compõem esta coletânea foram selecionados dentre os mais populares, incluídos alguns pouco conhecidos do público brasileiro, como Joseph Sheridan le Fanu, M.r. James e W.W. Jacobs. esperamos que nossas escolhas dêem tanto prazer ao leitor quanto o que nos proporcionou a...

A Pata do Macaco é um conto de terror clássico sobre a família White, que recebe um talismã macabro: uma pata de macaco capaz de conceder três desejos. Apesar dos avisos sobre as terríveis consequências, o Sr. White faz um desejo que traz tragédia à família. Desesperados, eles usam os desejos restantes na tentativa de reverter o dano, apenas para descobrir que mexer com o destino pode ter resultados aterrorizantes e irreversíveis. A história é uma reflexão sombria sobre os perigos de desafiar o desconhecido e os caprichos do destino.

Schauer, Spannung und Schwarze Romantik: 10 Meisterwerke des Genres. Mit dabei: In der Gruft (H.P. Lovecraft), Dr. Jekyll und Mr. Hyde (R.L. Stevenson), Die schwarze Spinne (J. Gotthelf), In der Tiefe des Maelstroms (E. A. Poe), Die Legende von Sleepy Hollow (W. Irving), Die Affenpfote (W. W. Jacobs), Der Vampyr (J. Polidori), Der Sandmann (E.T.A. Hoffmann), Der Garten des Bösen (N. Hawthorne).

Am Lagerfeuer oder in der kalten Winternacht wurden sie früher erzählt: Gruselgeschichten, von Generation zu Generation weitergetragen. Ein eigenes literarisches Genre entwickelte sich daraus, und weltberühmte Autoren betätigten sich auf diesem Feld. Hören Sie klassische Geschichten und Novellen, die sich mit den Themen Horror, Schauer und Grusel befassen, darunter: Dr. Jekyll und Mr. Hyde, Der Sandmann, Der Vampyr von John Polidori, zahlreiche Geschichten von Edgar Allan Poe, Die Insel des Dr. Moreau von H.G.