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A Warning to the Curious

By: M. R. James
Narrated by: David Suchet
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The story of Paxton, an antiquarian and archaeologist who holidays in "Seaburgh" and inadvertently stumbles across one of the lost crowns of Anglia, which legendarily protect the country from invasion.

Montague Rhodes James was a noted British mediaeval scholar and provost of King's College, Cambridge (1905–1918) and of Eton College (1918–1936). He is best remembered for his ghost stories which are widely regarded as among the finest in English literature.

One of James's most important achievements was to redefine the ghost story for the new century by dispensing with many of the formal Gothic trappings of his predecessors, and replacing them with more realistic contemporary settings.

'Montague Rhodes James has an intelligent and scientific knowledge of human nerves and feelings; and knows just how to apportion statement, imagery, and subtle suggestions in order to secure the best results with his readers.' HP Lovecraft.

Actor David Suchet is best known for his definitive portrayal of Hercule Poirot, the Belgian detective created by the legendary mystery author Agatha Christie, in a number of international television productions. He narrates his story in Poirot and Me.

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As a child the highlight of my Christmas television viewing was the M R James ghost story. It is hard to imagine anything more perfect than his tales of musty old academics having chilling encounters with 'the other side'. M R James used to tell his stories at Christmas gatherings in Cambridge university. If you close your eyes and listen to David Suchet relate this chilling tale you can almost imagine being part of the Cambridge set.

This is the one with the three crowns and the track of a foot.....one that showed more bones than flesh. Brrrr....

A chilling tale from The Master

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David Suchet does it again. That perfect deep voice can keep me happy for hours & hours & hours. You will enjoy this one as David transforms this excellent M.R.James story as it was meant to be put over. A good & clear interpretation taking you into the depths of Spooky spooks. I love it & you may love it - hope you do. This is Literature at its best.❤️Fantastic

Excellent & Fantastic David Suchet ❤️

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What did you like most about A Warning to the Curious?

Good length, good reading.

What was one of the most memorable moments of A Warning to the Curious?

None. This is a short traditional ghost story - a whole unit. No surprises here and perhaps predictable, it is the style and the reading that make it enjoyable.

What about David Suchet’s performance did you like?

Unobtrusive clear reading.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Nope, no laughing, no crying, no trembling with fear,

Any additional comments?

There is nothing new, surprising or shocking in this very tradittionally told tail. Nevertheless it is well written and beautifully read making it a good listen when you have a little time to kill

Typical short ghost story

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These classic ghost stories are read / performed superbly,

DONT STOP NOW, there are plenty more to read !

Just Perfect

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The detail given by MR James kept my interest throughout the story, I’m new to this author and Audible and thoroughly enjoyed both! David Suchet is an excellent narrator who did not detract from the story. A nice mellow narration.

I’m new to M R James. I was captured throughout the story

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