The Five Jars Audiobook
In The Five Jars (1922), M. R. James departs from his renowned adult ghost stories to craft a children’s fantasy novel. The narrative unfolds through a letter from an elderly man to a young friend named Jane. The man recounts his discovery of five enchanted jars in a country cottage, each granting him mystical abilities. As he applies the jars’ contents, he gains the power to communicate with animals and interact with diminutive, fairy-like beings. This whimsical tale blends adventure with supernatural elements, showcasing James’s versatility as a storyteller.
Description
The story follows a young girl named Jane as she receives a mysterious letter from an elderly friend. Within the letter, he recounts discovering five magical jars in a quiet countryside cottage, each imbued with extraordinary powers. When he applies their contents, he suddenly gains the ability to understand animals, see hidden creatures, and experience the world in ways he never imagined.
As the protagonist navigates this enchanted realm, he encounters tiny, fairy-like beings who guide him through adventures filled with both wonder and danger. Dark forces soon emerge, intent on reclaiming the jars, and he must summon his courage and cleverness to protect the magical gifts. Throughout, the story celebrates curiosity, bravery, and the thrill of encountering the extraordinary within the ordinary.
Numbered Audiobooks: 400
Number of Unique Covers: 99
Number of 1:1 Covers: 18
The Five Jars
16 Unique Designs
x 7 Numbered Audiobooks
= 112 NFT Audiobooks
Audiobook Numbers 288 - 399
(28.00% of Supply)
The Man in Green
15 Unique Designs
x 6 Numbered Audiobooks
= 90 NFT Audiobooks
Audiobook Numbers 198 - 287
(22.50% of Supply)
The Witch
14 Unique Designs
x 5 Numbered Audiobooks
= 70 NFT Audiobooks
Audiobook Numbers 128 - 197
(17.50% of Supply)
The Jar's Chosen
13 Unique Designs
x 4 Numbered Audiobooks
= 52 NFT Audiobooks
Audiobook Numbers 76 - 127
(13.00% of Supply)
The Awakening of the Senses
12 Unique Designs
x 3 Numbered Audiobooks
= 36 NFT Audiobooks
Audiobook Numbers 40 - 75
(9.00% of Supply)
The Sly Fox
11 Unique Designs
x 2 Numbered Audiobooks
= 22 NFT Audiobooks
Audiobook Numbers 18 - 39
(5.50% of Supply)
The Wise Owl
10 Unique Designs
x 1 Numbered Audiobooks
= 10 NFT Audiobooks
Audiobook Numbers 8 - 17
(2.50% of Supply)
The Kindly Spirit
8 Unique Designs
x 1 Numbered Audiobooks
= 8 NFT Audiobooks
Audiobook Numbers 0 - 7
(2.00% of Supply)
Details
Publisher : Book.io
First Publication Date : 1922
Author : M. R. James
Genres: Adventure Fiction, Children, Classics, Fantasy, Fiction, Short Story
Narrator : Peter Yearsley
Duration : 02h 09m 00s
Language : English
Format : DEA (Decentralized Encrypted Asset)
Read On : Book.io eReader dApp
Cover Art : Includes 4K hi-resolution book cover
Cardano Policy ID : 5b6c0c748aa40d44e01725a775301a656069ca0ca0e4e248f1e210be
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