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The Man who Hated Aspidistras
Written by W. F. Harvey
Narrated by Cathy Dobson
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William Fryer Harvey (1885-1937) was an English writer of short stories, most notably in the mystery and horror genres.
"Tha Man who hated Aspidistras" is an eerie tale of a man whose life, from boyhood onward, as been blighted by the sinister houseplants favoured by Victorian ladies. His dislike turns almost to a mania... and then things take on a very peculiar turn...
"Tha Man who hated Aspidistras" is an eerie tale of a man whose life, from boyhood onward, as been blighted by the sinister houseplants favoured by Victorian ladies. His dislike turns almost to a mania... and then things take on a very peculiar turn...
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