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The four stories in this compilation, not by James, are meant to serve as prime illustrations of the best work of a few of his contemporaries and immediate antecedents.

Tongues of Conscience (1898) offers a captivating collection of five compelling stories that explore the profound repercussions of seemingly innocent yet selfish actions. Robert Hichens masterfully paints vivid landscapes, transporting readers from the tumultuous, violent seas to tranquil, idyllic countrysides where ‚¶the violets seemed to sing in odours‚¶‚ and through the blinding white of a blizzard. In Sea Change,‚ an artist burdened by a dark secret confides in a priest, revealing his guilt over a tragic event. William Foster‚ showcases how an author‚s work ignites a shocking...

Can the spirit of the deceased return to confront those who caused their demise? What if the one responsible is skeptical of such a possibility, yet finds themselves irresistibly drawn to the very soul that has come back? Return of the Soul is a haunting tale of love and guilt, where a man grapples with the eerie return of a lost soul and the complex emotions that ensue. Join us as we delve into this chilling narrative, expertly narrated by Roger Melin.

Ist gerade ein spektakuläres Verbrechen geschehen, geht garantiert auf keiner Party der Gesprächsstoff aus. Hat die Angeklagte Mrs. Paradine ruchlos ihren durch eine Kriegsverletzung erblindeten Mann vergiftet? Im Zuge der Gerichtsverhandlung verstricken sich alle Beteiligten auf ihre Art in den Fall – mit unabsehbaren Folgen.

In Spell of Egypt, a British journalist and novelist immerses himself in the rich tapestry of Egypt, capturing the profound emotional responses that each location evokes. His vivid storytelling brings the sights and sounds of this ancient land to life, inviting listeners to experience the magic and wonder of his journey. (summary by Sibella)

The Green Carnation is Robert Hichens' scandalous satire of the relationship between Oscar Wilde and his friend Lord Alfred "Bosie" Douglas. It was one of the works used against Wilde in his prosecution. Socialite Mrs. Windsor embarks upon her annual "Surrey week", a week of "perfect rusticity" in the country, with her cousin the widowed Lady Locke (and her young son Tommy), her French chef, her coachman and two tall footmen - and her three "wits": Madame Valtesi, Esmé Amarinth (Wilde), and Lord Reginald "Reggie" Hastings (Douglas).