Why Read This? - Charles Dickens - The Signalman

Описание: In episode three of Strange Reads 'Why Read This?' series we look at Charles Dickens', The Signalman. Most of us have heard of Charles Dickens and could name many of his novels. However, The Signalman is a delightfully creepy short story that can easily be overlooked. Again, interpretation of the tale's events can lead the reader down a mirky rabbit hole; it's worth discussing.

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The BBC's production of the Signalman is here:
   • The Signalman - Charles Dickens BBC GHOST ...  

The story, in its entirety, is here:
https://commapress.co.uk/resources/on...

Music
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Voices – Patrick Patrikios – YouTube Studio
Searching for the Alchemist – https://www.bothworldsmusic.com.au
Beyond the Lows – The Whole Other – YouTube Studio

Video Excerpts
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The Signalman (1976) BBC

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Chapter Settings
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0:00 Introduction
0:09 Charles Dickens Biography
2:48 Brief Plot Outline
7:59 Story Inspiration
10:12 Time to board the departing train

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