The Lost Special | Arthur Conan Doyle | A Bitesized Audiobook

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  • @BitesizedAudio
    @BitesizedAudio  หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    How could an entire train - engine, carriages, passengers and all - vanish from the face of the earth on a straight line of track between stations? The best brains in England, including the most celebrated amateur detective of the day, are baffled by the mystery... Story begins at 00:01:20
    Note for returning listeners who think you might have heard this before: this story already appears on the channel as part of the "Railway Stories" compilation I uploaded in 2023; however I realised I've omitted to upload it in its own right to listen to separately, and I thought I should rectify that.... so here it is. 'The Lost Special' is not a Sherlock Holmes story, although it is sometimes referred to as an unofficial "bonus" Holmes case, due to the solution to the mystery proposed in the narrative by "an amateur reasoner of some celebrity at that date" (1890) - could this be the great detective himself? (Let me know what you think in the comments!)
    The story was originally published in 'The Strand Magazine' in August 1898, the third in a series of 12 unrelated short stories by Conan Doyle under the umbrella title 'Round the Fire Stories'. This was during the decade of "hiatus" after Conan Doyle had killed Holmes off at Reichenbach in 'The Final Problem' (1893) and before he resurrected him in 'The Empty House' (1903); however as 'The Lost Special' is specifically dated as taking place in 1890, he leaves open the possibility that the amateur reasoner might be Holmes. Interestingly, the previous month's instalment in the 'Round the Fire' series was another train-based mystery featuring an intervention from "a well-known criminal investigator": 'The Man with the Watches' is an interesting companion piece to this tale - you can listen to it here: th-cam.com/video/WwpVEvAvLMc/w-d-xo.html

  • @beckndlatham6784
    @beckndlatham6784 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    You and Tony Walker have the best story/audiobook channels on TH-cam. Your voice talents and thoughtful curation of reading selections sets you far apart and above, in my opinion.

  • @jacquelineharrod6386
    @jacquelineharrod6386 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    A totally unknown story to me. A real gem. Thank you.

  • @Hablizel
    @Hablizel หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    I have heard this story read by several other vocal talents but your narration is by far, the best. You have the ability to make an old tale sound new. Bitesized Audio is my absolute favorite source for Victorian & Edwardian short stories. Thank you so much. From San Angelo, Texas.👍

    • @BitesizedAudio
      @BitesizedAudio  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks so much for your lovely comment, much appreciated

    • @mariameere5807
      @mariameere5807 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The accents done are just spot on! ❤ I have listened to all your Arthur Caron Doyle episodes now at least twice each! I listen to all your stories regularly…. ❤

  • @callycatus
    @callycatus หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Excellent .. Thankyou

  • @kathywillson7491
    @kathywillson7491 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Wonderful
    Thank You
    Please can we have many more.

  • @moniquevandermerwe7420
    @moniquevandermerwe7420 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Two new narrations. What a treat.

  • @judikingsman6132
    @judikingsman6132 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Such a wonderful voice you have Simon ❤️
    I do so enjoy your stories 😀

  • @tammyhanlon3057
    @tammyhanlon3057 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Two stories in one day! Youve been a busy guy.
    Thank you so much, Simon. You are the best.

    • @BitesizedAudio
      @BitesizedAudio  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Tammy. As I noted in reply to another comment, in fact this one isn't quite so new... it was included in my railway compilation in 2023 but I forgot to upload it on its own. Recording the companion piece, 'The Man with the Watches' reminded me I should do that!

  • @MaximillianG.C
    @MaximillianG.C หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    A double feature for the week. Well done lad, you always deliver :)

    • @BitesizedAudio
      @BitesizedAudio  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! It's sort-of a double feature, I realised I hadn't posted this one previously although I recorded it a couple of years ago and it was included in my railway compilation in 2023. As I've just newly recorded its companion piece, 'The Man with the Watches', it prompted me to upload this one on its own as an accompaniment...

  • @heatherRebekah77
    @heatherRebekah77 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I’m so thankful you did this story. You and GW are my favourite narrators, so it’s really special you have now done this story. A very welcome surprise and a blessing during a hard time. Thank you.

    • @BitesizedAudio
      @BitesizedAudio  28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Glad to help, thank you for your kind comments. Yes, I remember Greg did a fine reading of this one a few years ago. So glad to know you enjoyed it

  • @nickybaker1338
    @nickybaker1338 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Oh my gosh-2 new stories!
    You are a champion Simon!
    I haven't yet listened to either but I so look forward to doing so later, when it's calm & quiet in my house 😊

  • @kayi9236
    @kayi9236 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Another favourite Sir Arthur Conan Doyle story of mine, thank you dear Simon, perfectly performed as always, you talented man, much appreciated!

  • @nanphx2038
    @nanphx2038 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    great ending! Thanks for the stories.

  • @thomasreilly6362
    @thomasreilly6362 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Fabulous, excellent work

  • @matthbhhh2439
    @matthbhhh2439 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Excellent thank you

  • @joycarmichael1476
    @joycarmichael1476 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you so much, solid enjoyment.

  • @cradclyffe3184
    @cradclyffe3184 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Awesome ..... many thanks !

  • @christineduffy3113
    @christineduffy3113 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love your channel, great stories, and your narration just brings it to life, many thanks

  • @leonaheraty3760
    @leonaheraty3760 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you, Simon, for your excellent stories and narration! I love Doyle's mysteries!
    Merry Christmas everyone!
    🎄🎅🎁🧑‍🎄

  • @patriciaramsey5294
    @patriciaramsey5294 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Perfection!

    • @BitesizedAudio
      @BitesizedAudio  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks so much for the super thanks 🙏

  • @craigoliver8712
    @craigoliver8712 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    "Spaniard or South American" i could hear the hear the disdain echo through time,you read it brilliantly sir,as always

  • @terrycampbell5784
    @terrycampbell5784 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Beautifully read...mucho gracias

  • @aldoner3
    @aldoner3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks

    • @BitesizedAudio
      @BitesizedAudio  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks so much for your support

  • @francurry7873
    @francurry7873 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks