The Five Jars
M. R. James
Read by Peter Yearsley
The Five Jars is the only novel written by James, who is best known for his ghost stories. It is a peculiarly surreal fantasy apparently written for children. While he is out walking, the narrator is drawn to a remote pool, and finds a small box that has been hidden since Roman times. He gradually learns how to use its contents, fighting off a series of attempts to steal it, and becomes aware of a strange world hidden from our own. (Summary by Peter Yearsley) (2 hr 11 min)
Chapters
1 - I: The Discovery | 16:42 | Read by Peter Yearsley |
2 - II: The First Jar | 9:16 | Read by Peter Yearsley |
3 - III: The Second Jar | 12:25 | Read by Peter Yearsley |
4 - IV: The Small People | 18:58 | Read by Peter Yearsley |
5 - V: Danger to the Jars | 19:17 | Read by Peter Yearsley |
6 - VI: The Cat, Wag, Slim and Others | 21:36 | Read by Peter Yearsley |
7 - VII: The Bat-Ball | 17:23 | Read by Peter Yearsley |
8 - VII: Wag At Home | 15:33 | Read by Peter Yearsley |
Reviews
What a fantastic story!
ListeninginChicago
This is a short fantasy - with little people and magic. I found it wonderfully entertaining and diverting and would highly recommend it for both adults and children. Peter Yearsley does an excellent job of bringing the story to life.
Fun Story, Well Read
How interesting to here Mr James' detail rich, conversational style normally applied to ghost and monster stories applied to children's fantasy. This is a delightful story very well read (as usual) by P.Y. Give it a listen.
loved it
novelreader
I loved the story and the reader did a great job. Thankyou.
best story on here!!!
CC
love the story and love his voice. listen to this one over and over again. listen to it at night to put me to sleep.
Great story, kinda short though!
Pyrodin123321
I give this one 4 and 1/2 stars, only reason is it could have been longer, didn't want it to end!
Magic!
Michelle S
Story jem. Terrific narration--very enjoyable. Thank you. I'd like to make a request of this narrator; James Hogg, The Confessions Of A Justified Sinner.
good story & reader
bc
2 hours of fantasy delight.
love Peter, the book was fun and wonderful.
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