The Cadaver of Bishop Louis by Frederick Cowles | Read by Christopher Halton

An ancient church, a forgotten medieval bishop and a newly uncovered tomb conceal a disturbing secret from the past. When the extraordinary monument of Bishop Louis is examined, its dignified episcopal effigy is found to conceal a grotesque cadaver beneath. Between its claw-like hands rests a mysterious heart shrine—an object that perhaps would have been better left exactly where it was found. In The Cadaver of Bishop Louis, Frederick Cowles combines medieval history, antiquarian investigation and supernatural horror in a wonderfully macabre tale reminiscent of the tradition of M. R. James. Some relics survive because they have been preserved. Others survive because they are waiting. Read by Christopher Halton for Haunted Tales of Darkness. If you enjoy classic and forgotten supernatural fiction, please consider liking the video, subscribing, and sharing the story. Your support helps me continue bringing these wonderful old tales back into the light. 0:17 - Introduction 0:47 - Main Story 28:36 - Epilogue If you would like to help support future work, you can now support the channel directly via Patreon. Your support is important to my continued existence.   / chrishalton