Mr Humphreys and His Inheritance | A Ghost Story by M. R. James | A Bitesized Audio Production

This was a great story, it was so well written. Part of it is just the english nature of it but the way all of the wording and the phrasing really draws you into the story is unique. Also Simon you did a fantastic job as always. I recently tried reading a little bit of something for a video like a voice over, and it's much harder than it seems, you make it sound effortless.

I love how the end isn’t overly explained and leaves the reader without all the answers. Great voice!

A boring and bloated story.

I guess I really missed something..... I didn't understand the ending

I don't think James is easy to read, at all. He's very economical, and the humor is very understated (one finds when one listens - not so evident when you read!). That said, this is the BEST READING I've ever heard. Thank you so much, I was beginning to lose hope and avoid James narrations on principle. An artistic feat, indeed!

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Listening from the ukwales❤

Nicely read, and an interesting little tale. But, in our 21st Century perspective; find a person like Mr. Humphries a bit 'flighty' but find that in some of James's tales, the central character is just too much a 'babe-in-the-woods' in dealing with their particular issues of mystery at hand. A good series.

Thank you Simon, for such an interesting story! Your narration is perfect. 💞

Very well narrated! I love these ghost stories!

Yet another very entertaining story I’ve discovered through you,thank you so much for your excellent narrations of some of the best stories I’ve ever heard.✊♥️

This particular bite size audiobook I enjoyed more than could try to Express the right words.
As you continuously read on you also at times fall into a different expression by using your emotions within the letters.
If you were sitting on a stage and reading out of a book I would be there every night or almost every night
So I must tell you in the same seat of that theater as if there was a a play that I could never get tired of....
So basically you have me as a lifetime member of the community that Gathers to listen to your adventures that you find between the words

See you in the next adventure that you find on paper

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I am scared of mazes, I got lost in one once when I was little. So this one
really hit home. Thank you, you are brilliant.

M.R. James stories are marvellous, this one of his best. Thank you Simon

Thankyou for telling us the stories.

Like many listeners I'm painting, sewing and simply listening of an evening, cozied up, shoes off.

I've been listening to you all day! I can't get enough 💖

Your reading extraordinary. You actually make sense of the classical language. Thank you so much

Thank you. Again.

London Calling... Thank-you... ..

Thank you, Simon. Your narration is so enjoyable, it is not just the spooky stories, but it is a real glimpse into the past. As though events were just now happening, instead of 100+ years ago. You can see life back then.

This was just what I needed today! Somedays when I need comforting there is nothing better than something old and English and a good story to escape the mundane usually does the trick! I really enjoyed this story and I’ve Become v familiar with this author who I had never heard of a few years ago! That sounds unbelievable to me now.... thank you!

Thank you for your glossary of Latin translations..... MRJ was a little snobbish not including them in the story

My goodness! We are snowed in and I was looking for a good story to listen to while my boy and I did puzzles by the fire. What an unexpected treat. I chose for the author I knew. Will hit subscribe for the narrator. An excellent reading. Thank you for the generous gift.
You have a real talent for this.
Suddenly, I felt I was back listening to Mystery Radio with my grandfather doing puzzles at his cabin.

‘Candles, or soap or a child’s penny picture book …’
An effortless tale, beautifully narrated.
As ever, a real pleasure to while away the odd hour listening to your seamless narration. Good show - very, very professional.

Just finished reading this tale, it was particularly creepy!

"PENETRANS AD INTERIORA MORTIS," mean "penetrating into the interior places of death"?

Love me some M.R. James!!!!!!!!

Another Wonderful story to enjoy for ears to come . Thank You so very much for sharing your wonderful voice and ability to bring a tale to life .

Interesting, how locks fall off to allow entry to the victims of the hauntings in James. The tomb of Count Magus springs to mind.

I enjoy listening to Audio books when i am painting.
Very entertaining.
There are plenty of Ghost Stories here that I've not read before,
As well as my favourites...
Especially the Ghost Stories of M.R. James & Charles Dickens.
Very well read.
Ideal for the Victorian era stories.
Perfect for the coming 'Christmas Spirits'
Happy Halloween !!!!

I find mazes a bit frightening. Even more so after this story! Excellent reading.

Dear Bitesized Audio collaborator,
I don't know why, but I never thought of thanking you for all the informations - about the author, the story, etc... - you take trouble to write down below each video. This time you have also provided us with a glossary of the Latin phrases used in the story.
TY so much! Much appreciated!

Very nice!

It is a great pleasure and a privilege to listen to your superb readings.

I've listened to this story three times now. It gets better & better on each hearing! Absolutely love your narration Simon🥰 Thank you so very much for all your hard work. xx

This is about the fifth time Ive listened to this story, I absolutely love it, it just gets better and better, so beautifully read by Simon😀🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳

Without doubt Simon, you have the most amazing voice to narrate M R James stories.

Thank you so much, Mr Stanhope, for selecting and uploading this story. I have loved M. R. James since my teens for his elegant vocabulary, his scene-setting, his scholarship, and his humour - even though the terror of his hauntings/demonic attacks meant that I had to sleep with the lights on afterwards! Your precise delivery captures his literary virtues entirely, not to mention the social nuances and personal quirks of his characters.

Have you considered, I wonder, reading any of Walter de la Mare's supernatural stories? I would love to hear 'All Hallows' as you would read it!

I watch on my I phone, theirs no join button here?
I know I’m probably being incredibly stupid! But how do I go about joining?✊🌹

MR James! Great stuff, well narrated.

Excellent as usual, and your reading is a perfect complement to the material.

Liked and subbed. Best wishes from Northern Ireland x Sharon

Um… valetudinarian. Not valeNtudinarian. Sorry, bit of a pedant.Enjoying the story though.

How wonderful. Another great story to snuggle up during this long winter night. Bless you and M R James.

Excellent... Thank you!

I’ve never liked mazes I think it’s a bit like claustrophobia & I’m a wimp. Many thanks x

Ll