The Boat Hook

"The Boat Hook" is a gripping audio drama by Sheila Hodgson, originally aired on BBC Radio 4 as part of the Saturday Night Theatre: Ghosts from the Past series. Set in 1904, the story follows famed ghost story writer M.R. James, portrayed by Michael Williams, during a visit to Trondheim Cathedral. His peaceful trip takes a chilling turn when the eerie appearance of a small boat sparks a tale of suspense and supernatural intrigue.

The drama features a stellar cast, including Brett Usher as George Masterman, David King as Professor Anders, and Siriol Jenkins as Caroline Anders. With its atmospheric setting and haunting narrative, "The Boat Hook" seamlessly blends historical context with ghostly storytelling. Perfect for fans of classic supernatural tales, this audio drama delivers an evocative experience that lingers long after the final scene.

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[FiveRustyNails]

I was recently reading Thomas Hardy's Wessex Tales where small brandy casks were described as being about the size of a nave. I didn't think a small boy could be that small and my research led me to learn that the hub of a spoked cartwheel is known as its "nave". It was interesting to learn the names of the other parts, the "felloes", for instance, being the sections of the rim and so on. I think it's noble to know the correct names of parts, especially those of mechanical parts, having that sort of background myself.
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[mrmkgrdy]

Brilliant, love M R James, great production too👍

[JayGideon-]

I must really applaud the actors for doing a terrific job. Too bad the director or maybe post- production people put their own heavy hands on it. It's still a good listen -- it's not AI! 😉

[kangill]

A frustrating listen. The characters are all emotionally highly strung, constantly talking over each other, and running around like headless chickens. If this is a Nordic ghost story, then I’ll probably try other regions instead.

[shaungagg]

Listen at 0.8 speed for a better experience