Strange Pages from Family Papers

history, society, culture, arts, books · EN

Dive into the intriguing and often macabre tales of local history and superstition in Strange Pages from Family Papers. From the chilling story of the infamous dead hand once kept at Bryn Hall in Lancashire—rumored to possess medicinal powers—to the curious case of a woman using it to combat smallpox, these narratives are sure to both amuse and fascinate modern listeners. Each chapter explores a unique blend of folklore and historical anecdotes that will captivate your imagination. (Summary by David Barnes). Read by an ensemble of talented narrators including Annika Feilbach, Carl Manchester, Claire Goget, Cori Samuel, David Barnes, Graham Redman, Hugh McGuire, Jennie Hughes, Lizzie Driver, Peter Yearsley, Philippa, Sarah McIntrye, Sarah OConnor, and Stuart Pyle.