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House to Let

House to Let

By: Wilkie Collins Charles Dickens Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell Adelaide Anne Procter
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 Immerse yourself in the mysterious world of House to Let, a captivating short story first published in 1858 in the Christmas edition of Charles Dickens magazine, Household Words. This unique narrative, a collective effort of various contributors each penning a chapter, was skillfully edited by Dickens himself. The tale follows an elderly woman, Sophonisba, who becomes intrigued by signs of life in a seemingly abandoned, run-down house across the street. Aided by her lovestruck admirer, Jabez Jarber, and loyal servant, Trottle, she sets out on a fascinating journey to uncover the secrets hidden within the house.Copyright Retro Radio Art Drama & Plays Literary History & Criticism
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  • 07 - House to Let by Wilkie Collins, Charles Dickens, Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, Adelaide Anne Procter

    07 - House to Let by Wilkie Collins, Charles Dickens, Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, Adelaide Anne Procter
    May 27 2025
    Immerse yourself in the mysterious world of House to Let, a captivating short story first published in 1858 in the Christmas edition of Charles Dickens magazine, Household Words. This unique narrative, a collective effort of various contributors each penning a chapter, was skillfully edited by Dickens himself. The tale follows an elderly woman, Sophonisba, who becomes intrigued by signs of life in a seemingly abandoned, run-down house across the street. Aided by her lovestruck admirer, Jabez Jarber, and loyal servant, Trottle, she sets out on a fascinating journey to uncover the secrets hidden within the house.
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    32 mins
  • 06 - House to Let by Wilkie Collins, Charles Dickens, Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, Adelaide Anne Procter

    06 - House to Let by Wilkie Collins, Charles Dickens, Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, Adelaide Anne Procter
    May 27 2025
    Immerse yourself in the mysterious world of House to Let, a captivating short story first published in 1858 in the Christmas edition of Charles Dickens magazine, Household Words. This unique narrative, a collective effort of various contributors each penning a chapter, was skillfully edited by Dickens himself. The tale follows an elderly woman, Sophonisba, who becomes intrigued by signs of life in a seemingly abandoned, run-down house across the street. Aided by her lovestruck admirer, Jabez Jarber, and loyal servant, Trottle, she sets out on a fascinating journey to uncover the secrets hidden within the house.
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    39 mins
  • 05 - House to Let by Wilkie Collins, Charles Dickens, Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, Adelaide Anne Procter

    05 - House to Let by Wilkie Collins, Charles Dickens, Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, Adelaide Anne Procter
    May 27 2025
    Immerse yourself in the mysterious world of House to Let, a captivating short story first published in 1858 in the Christmas edition of Charles Dickens magazine, Household Words. This unique narrative, a collective effort of various contributors each penning a chapter, was skillfully edited by Dickens himself. The tale follows an elderly woman, Sophonisba, who becomes intrigued by signs of life in a seemingly abandoned, run-down house across the street. Aided by her lovestruck admirer, Jabez Jarber, and loyal servant, Trottle, she sets out on a fascinating journey to uncover the secrets hidden within the house.
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    21 mins
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