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The House on the Borderland

William Hope Hodgson
GENREhorror
LANGUAGEEnglish
LISTENED21
RATING4.8
RELEASED2026

Details

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Author

William Hope Hodgson

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Language

English

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Genre

horror

About this Audiobook

by William Hope Hodgson

📖 Synopsis & Plot Overview

The House on the Borderland, by William Hope Hodgson, is a classic audiobook that explores the supernatural and horror elements. This audiobook, narrated by various talented individuals, including Alan Winterrowd, is a must-listen for fans of the genre.

🔍 Key Themes & Narrative Depth

The story follows two gentlemen, Messrs Tonnison and Berreggnog, as they embark on a fishing trip in Ireland, only to discover a mysterious diary in the ruins of a curious house. As they delve deeper into the diary's contents, they uncover hints of an evil beyond human comprehension, blurring the lines between reality and the supernatural. This blend of psychological horror, cosmic terror, and supernatural mystery has influenced many notable authors, including H.P. Lovecraft.

The House on the Borderland is a seminal work in the horror genre, bridging the gap between 19th-century British fantastic and supernatural authors and modern horror fiction. Its unique blend of atmospheric tension, eerie landscapes, and existential dread has captivated listeners for generations. With its exploration of themes such as the unknown, the cosmos, and human fragility, this audiobook is sure to appeal to fans of horror, sci-fi, and supernatural fiction.

🎙️ Listening Experience

The listening experience is enhanced by the talented narrators, who bring the story to life with their engaging performances. The audiobook's haunting atmosphere and suspenseful plot twists will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you're looking for a classic horror audiobook to add to your collection, look no further than The House on the Borderland on Unodio. With its masterful storytelling and exceptional narration, this audiobook is sure to provide a chilling and unforgettable listening experience.

Chapters

01
Author's Introduction & The Finding of the Manuscript
William Hope Hodgson
25:17horror
02
The Plain of Silence
William Hope Hodgson
12:05horror
03
The House in the Arena
William Hope Hodgson
13:17horror
04
The Earth
William Hope Hodgson
6:57horror
05
The Thing in the Pit
William Hope Hodgson
14:09horror
06
The Swine Things
William Hope Hodgson
19:32horror
07
The Attack
William Hope Hodgson
11:06horror
08
After the Attack
William Hope Hodgson
9:30horror
09
In The Cellars
William Hope Hodgson
7:56horror
10
The Time of Waiting
William Hope Hodgson
6:38horror
11
The Searching of the Gardens
William Hope Hodgson
13:53horror
12
The Subterranean Pit
William Hope Hodgson
21:36horror
13
The Trap in the Great Cellar
William Hope Hodgson
9:29horror
14
The Sea of Sleep
William Hope Hodgson
8:41horror
15
The Noise in the Night
William Hope Hodgson
21:52horror
16
The Awakening
William Hope Hodgson
10:46horror
17
The Slowing Rotation
William Hope Hodgson
12:52horror
18
The Green Star
William Hope Hodgson
14:41horror
19
The End of the Solar System
William Hope Hodgson
9:22horror
20
The Celestial Globes
William Hope Hodgson
7:23horror
21
The Dark Sun
William Hope Hodgson
10:23horror
22
The Dark Nebula
William Hope Hodgson
10:25horror
23
Pepper
William Hope Hodgson
2:22horror
24
The Footsteps in the Garden
William Hope Hodgson
8:03horror
25
The Thing From the Arena
William Hope Hodgson
18:01horror
26
The Luminous Speck
William Hope Hodgson
5:09horror
27
Conclusion
William Hope Hodgson
10:58horror

Listener Reviews 363

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Amara E.
July 24, 2026
One of my favourite finds this year

Not a single chapter felt like filler. William Hope Hodgson respects your time and delivers value throughout. Went in expecting decent, came out genuinely impressed.

KT
Kenji T.
December 12, 2025
Stopped everything to finish this

There are books you finish and forget. Then there are books like The House on the Borderland that you keep going back to mentally. This is the second kind. Brilliant.

SL
Sofia L.
December 12, 2025
The narrator makes it even better

My partner overheard me listening and ended up sitting down with me for the rest of it. We're both still talking about it. That's not nothing.

CM
Carlos M.
December 12, 2025
Couldn't put it down — figuratively speaking

I specifically look for audiobooks with a natural narration style — nothing worse than robotic delivery. This nails it. Very easy to listen to for long stretches.

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