Learn English through Story Level 1: The Lost Crowns of Anglia | English listening practice
This is "The Lost Crowns of Anglia" by M.R. James, a classic ghost story. Set in 1919, it follows two friends on holiday who meet Paxton, a man who claims to have found an ancient, magical crown. Paxton is haunted by the ghost of its guardian, William Ager. The story builds tension as Paxton tries to return the crown, culminating in a chilling, supernatural encounter on a misty beach. It's a tale of curiosity, ancient legends, and the consequences of disturbing long-buried secrets.
