The Peacock's Shadow
by E. Hoffmann Price

First published in: Weird Tales November 1926
Main genre: Occult Detective
Lesser genres: Gothic, Supernatural Horror

A detective investigates the theft of a museum mummy, uncovering a marquis's occult ritual to resurrect his deceased lover by embalming a living woman who resembles her. Infiltrating the marquis's underground shrine, he confronts a secret society worshipping the Lord Peacock and must prevent the sacrifice before the victim is encased in a mummy's sycamore case.

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Production Credits
Prepared by: Sol
Narrated by: Edward, the digital narrator

⚠️ Content Advisory: This episode contains period-typical depictions of crime, violence, and mild profanity. Listener discretion is advised.

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