The Shout by Robert Graves

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A man believes he has the power to “shout” people to death. Charles Crossley is convinced he can split their souls into pieces. During a country cricket match between the patients of the psychiatric hospital where he resides and the local villagers, Charles tells the story of his magical powers. He also reveals the effect it had on a local couple, Richard and Rachel, who inadvisedly invited him to their home. Stars David Suchet, Nigel Anthony and Janet Maw. Robert Graves' sinister supernatural story, first published in 1929. Dramatised by Martyn Wade. Charles Crossley .... David Suchet Richard .... Nigel Anthony Rachel .... Janet Maw David .... Geoffrey Beevers George / Mr Austin .... William Eedle Susan .... Deborah Makepeace Mary .... Natasha Pyne Pauline .... Elaine Claxton Mother .... Avril Clark Cricket Captain .... Stuart Organ Player .... Stephen Hattersley Music and sound: Roger Limb - BBC Radiophonic Workshop Director: Cherry Cookson First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in December 1986.