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I. NO. THIRTEEN, WARD THIRTEEN.
II. HADLEY’S CAVE.
III. THE YOUNG HEIRESS.
IV. DR. IZARD.
V. NOCTURNAL WANDERINGS.
VI. THE PORTRAIT.
VII. WHAT THE STROKE OF A BELL CAN DO.
VIII. THE HOUSE ON THE HILL.
IX. ASK DR. IZARD.
In the hushed stillness of a midnight hospital ward, a nameless patient drifts between consciousness and oblivion. Through his gaunt eyes we witness a lone nurse, a weary doctor, and the sudden arrival of a cloaked stranger whose purpose is as opaque as the dim light that barely illuminates the room. The visitor’s hidden face and silent steps stir a faint ripple in the otherwise motionless night, hinting at secrets that linger beyond the ordinary duties of healing.
The story unfolds as the patient, drawn from apathy by this uncanny intrusion, begins to piece together the stranger’s purpose and the doctor’s hidden burdens. Layers of mystery and quiet dread mingle with the antiseptic atmosphere, inviting listeners to follow a delicate investigation that balances compassion with curiosity. As the night deepens, the listener is left pondering what unseen forces can turn a simple ward into a stage for intrigue, setting the tone for a compelling, atmospheric tale.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (264K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2018-08-05
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1846–1935
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