"Master Humphrey's Christmas": Read by Dominic Gerrard

About this episode

Dominic reads a festive episode from Charles Dickens' 'Master Humphrey’s Clock' that changes Master Humphrey's life.

Dominic reads a quietly enchanting festive episode from “Master Humphrey’s Clock” by Charles Dickens. Master Humphrey is wandering the snowy streets, one 25th December, and casually walks into a tavern. A decision that will change his life forever ... A MERRY CHRISTMAS to all you listeners, wherever in the world you are! Support the show If you'd like to make a donation to support the costs of producing this series you can buy 'coffees' right here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dom...

People in this episode

Host: Dominic Gerrard

Topics covered

• Christmas
• Charles Dickens
• literature
• storytelling
• festive episode

Keywords

• Christmas
• Master Humphrey's Clock
• Charles Dickens
• story
• tavern
• festive
• narration

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Books & works: Master Humphrey’s Clock

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