Halloween: The Dead Mother; The Dead Witch (Ralston)

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In the first story, "The Dead Mother," a grieving father hires an old woman to care for his newborn after his wife passes away. But something strange happens at night, leaving everyone in the village in shock when they discover the truth.


In the second story, "The Dead Witch," a dying witch gives her daughter unusual instructions for her burial. When demons appear, the granddaughter witnesses a terrifying transformation that leaves the villagers bewildered.

Source: Russian Fairy Tales by W. R. S. Ralston

Narrator: Dustin Steichmann

Music: Myuu - Tragic Story

Sound Effects: Zapsplat

Photo Credit: "Babushka" by Morgan Jones is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.

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