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by W. W. (William Wymark) Jacobs
1909
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BREAKING A SPELL
In a quiet farming community of 1909, Joe Barlcomb arrives with a steadfast belief in witchcraft, a notion the locals have long dismissed as foolishness. When a series of misfortunes—his wife's broken leg, his children falling ill, and the sudden death of his prized pig—strike the family, Joe becomes convinced that a curse is at work. His growing desperation pits him against skeptical neighbors and the outspoken women of the village, turning his once‑friendly reputation into a source of ridicule.
Desperate for answers, Joe seeks out Mrs. Prince, an elderly woman rumored to be a “white witch.” Living alone near Smith’s farm, she tends to her cats and wields a sharp, unsettling wit that both intrigues and unnerves those who approach her. Their uneasy meeting sets the stage for a clash of old superstitions and practical concerns, as Joe hopes the enigmatic Mrs. Prince might finally lift the darkness hanging over his household.
Full title
Breaking a Spell Odd Craft, Part 6. Odd Craft, Part 6.
Language
en
Duration
~21 minutes (20K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger
Release date
2004-04-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1863–1943
Best known for the chilling classic "The Monkey’s Paw," this English storyteller had a gift for mixing everyday life with suspense, humor, and a strong sense of place. Much of his work grew out of the dockside world he knew as a boy along the Thames.
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