The Tinder-Box

Narrated by Sam Kusi

Released: August 21, 2025
Length: 16 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Lauscher Audiobooks

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A soldier returning from war encounters a peculiar and unkindly witch along the high road, setting the stage for a story filled with unexpected characters and encounters. The narrative introduces a vivid scene of a soldier's journey home, highlighting an unusual meeting that hints at deeper stories to unfold.

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