Episodios

  • Twice Told Tales - The Wedding-Knell
    Mar 27 2026
    In which the ancient walls of a venerable New York church bear witness to a peculiar and melancholy union between two souls long marked by time and fate, their wedding-day overshadowed by the somber tolling of a death-bell. This singular ceremony, rich with symbolic contrast and mingled emotions, unfolds amid an assembly both startled and stirred, revealing the fragile interplay of youth, age, and the solemn passage from earthly hopes to eternal bonds.
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    23 m
  • Twice Told Tales - The Minister's Black Veil
    Mar 27 2026
    In which a minister of a New England village dons a mysterious black veil that darkens both his visage and the spirits of his congregation, engendering fear, speculation, and a peculiar power over the souls he tends. Through this sombre emblem, the tale explores the hidden depths of human sorrow and secret sin, casting a shadow upon the minister’s relationships and the community’s esteem.
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    37 m
  • Twice Told Tales - The Gray Champion
    Mar 26 2026
    In which the spirit of old New England is summoned forth amid a time of harsh oppression and looming conflict, as a mysterious and venerable figure clad in the ancient dress of the Puritans appears to confront the forces of despotism with solemn majesty. The crowd, stirred by this apparition’s commanding presence and austere dignity, catches a glimpse of the enduring resolve and sacred heritage that have long shaped their land’s destiny.
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    21 m
  • Twice Told Tales - Sunday At Home
    Mar 26 2026
    In which the narrator reflects upon the serene and solemn presence of the village church and its steeple, observing both the quietude of the week and the vibrant, human tapestry that assembles on the Sabbath beneath their venerable shadow. With a gentle mingling of reverence and wistful contemplation, the scene unfolds through the mingled sounds, sights, and sentiments that mark this sacred day, emphasising the mingling of the sacred and the earthly in a simple town’s worship.
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    18 m
  • Mosses From An Old Manse - The Old Apple-Dealer
    Mar 25 2026
    In which the gentle observer's eye rests upon an old apple-dealer at a bustling railroad depot, whose presence, though faded and subdued, holds a quiet dignity amid the ceaseless whirl of life around him. This humble figure, wrapped in his threadbare snuff-coloured coat and marked by a patient despondency, offers a poignant reflection on the unseen depths and muted endurance of a solitary, uncelebrated existence.
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    19 m
  • Mosses From An Old Manse - A Virtuoso's Collection
    Mar 25 2026
    In which a curious spectator is admitted to a most singular museum, where the virtuoso reveals a vast and whimsical assemblage of legendary creatures, magical relics, and historical curiosities, each steeped in fable and the echo of ages past. Through this eclectic exhibition, the visitor encounters not only wonders immortalised by story and song but also reflects upon the melancholy of a soul condemned to wander amidst the shadows of forgotten time.
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    46 m
  • Mosses From An Old Manse - Sketches From Memory
    Mar 24 2026
    In which we embark upon a journey through the majestic and mysterious White Mountains, encountering a curious assembly of travellers whose varied tales imbue the wild region with a certain lively charm amidst its grandeur and harshness. The narrative then gently shifts to a different mode of passage—an interminable voyage along the Erie Canal—where the quiet monotony is enlivened by human follies and fleeting moments of unexpected mirth that glimmer like faint lights amid a somber landscape.
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    39 m
  • Mosses From An Old Manse - Passages from a Relinquished Work
    Mar 24 2026
    In which a young man, nurtured under the austere care of a stern parson yet inclined towards a life of wandering storytelling, sets forth from his native village under a veil of mist and misgiving to seek his fortune and freedom. Amid melancholy farewells and curious companionship with a shy pilgrim, he encounters the varied humours of public performance and the persistent shadow of his guardian’s rigid expectations.
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    38 m