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Un uomo ossessionato dal mistero incontra un vecchio enigmatico che sostiene di possedere la testa di Medusa e promette di mostrargliela se lo seguirà. Spinto dalla curiosità, l'uomo accetta e si ritrova coinvolto in una vicenda dove l'incubo diventa realtà. Un'esperienza audio mozzafiato, arricchita da musiche e sound design, che trascineranno l'ascoltatore nel cuore del racconto.

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. On the continent of Zothique, beneath the dying sun of a withering Earth, the sorcerer Namirrha devises a scheme of revenge powerful enough to shatter an entire empire. His reputation is dark, his allies fearsome beings from hell, but his goal is...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Amalzain has come from the mountains to serve as cupbearer to King Famorgh in the palace at Miraab, and he is young, chaste, and utterly out of his depth. The king's daughter Ulua is voluptuous, imperious, and versed in arts her father would rather not...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. The king of Tasuun has given three of his soldiers an errand that no man would choose: ride into the desert, find the ruined necropolis of Chaon Gacca, and bring back the mummy of an ancient monarch from the vaults beneath it. The city has been dead for...

Immerse yourself in the lyrical beauty and emotional depth of poetry as we explore the themes of love, nature, and the human experience through the art of odes and sonnets. This podcast celebrates the exquisite craftsmanship of verse, inviting listeners to appreciate the intricate rhythms and profound sentiments that define this timeless form of expression. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rotating collection of poetic works that span different eras and styles, from the classical to the modern. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that ...

Embark on a poetic journey through the realms of imagination and the cosmos with "Star-Treader and Other Poems." This podcast invites listeners to explore the enchanting themes of romanticism, the mystical interplay between humanity and the divine, and the haunting beauty of existence. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rotating collection of lyrical works that delve into the wonders and mysteries of life, love, and the universe. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that celebrate the art of poetry and its power to evoke emotion and ...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. On the dying world of Zothique, a young goatherd named Xeethra strays through a hidden cave into a forbidden garden and tastes a single blood-dark fruit – and with it, the memories of another life come flooding in. He is no longer a poor shepherd...

When three men are cast away on a hostile planet, every moment becomes a fight for survival. After a failed mutiny, they face not only their own fears but also the terrifying inhabitants of this uncharted world. Vicious, flesh-eating plants, grotesque reptilian pygmies, and enormous, predatory birds lurk at every corner, ready to strike. As the trio grapples with the dangers around them, they must also confront their own tensions and alliances. Will they learn to work together, or will their differences lead to their demise? This gripping story by Clark Ashton Smith takes listeners on a ...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. On the dying world of Zothique, King Euvoran's whole sovereignty rests on a single relic: the fabled gazolba bird, slain ages past and set in gold atop his crown. When a condemned sorcerer breathes unnatural life back into the creature and it soars...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. "The Satyr" is a mystical tale of love, betrayal, and the secrets of the Averoigne forests. When Count Raoul de la Frenaie discovers his wife's affair with a young poet, he is drawn into a whirlwind of supernatural events. Will love withstand the test...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. “Mother of Toads” is a short story by Clark Ashton Smith, originally published in the July issue of Weird Tales in 1938. The plot revolves around a young apothecary’s assistant who encounters an extraordinary witch deep in the forest. Readers are...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In the heart of medieval Averoigne, Brother Ambrose, a young Benedictine monk, is sent on a secret mission to uncover the truth about the enigmatic Bishop Azédarac. What begins as a journey of faith quickly turns into a descent into the unknown, as...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In the desolate forest of Averoigne, resides Anselme, a young romantic who became a recluse after being rejected by his beloved Dorothée. After 13 months of solitude, Anselme stumbles upon a beautiful woman bathing in a forest pond, accompanied by a...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In the medieval town of Vyones, master stone-carver Blaise Reynard creates two grotesque gargoyles for the newly built cathedral. Little does he know that his creations will unleash a reign of terror upon the city. As night falls, demonic forces...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In 1369, the appearance of a red comet heralds a bloody visitation from beyond human time and space. "The Beast of Averoigne" by Clark Ashton Smith is a classic horror tale that will transport you to medieval France, where a mysterious beast sows terror...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In a world where the sun dims over the last continent, Zothique, two exiled necromancers—Mmatmuor and Sodosma—seek to create their empire in a kingdom of the dead. Driven from Tinarath, they journey to the deserted land of Cincor, where plague has...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In the dark recesses of the province of Averoigne, where mists intertwine with legends, and night conceals secrets, vampires, witches, and ancient powers meet. In this tale full of intrigue and danger, heroes face a choice between light and darkness...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In the sinister city of Mirouane, a sorcerer’s apprentice is thrust into a perilous pursuit alongside his enigmatic master, Mior Lumivix. Their quarry: a legendary map leading to the cursed treasure of Omvor, an ancient pirate whose exploits defied...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In the deep forests of Averoigne, where magic weaves through everyday life, the mysterious sorcerer Gilles Grenier and his wife Sabine lead a life shrouded in secrets. Their renowned love potions, brewed from rare mandrakes growing in the nearby marshes...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In the haunting tale of "A Night in Malnéant," a nameless wanderer stumbles upon a city shrouded in mist and mystery. As he navigates its shadowy streets and encounters its solemn inhabitants, he discovers that the entire town is eerily preoccupied...