COMPLETE Historic Ghosts and Ghost Hunters by H. Addington Bruce - rap

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Historic Ghosts and Ghost Hunters by Henry Addington Bruce (1874 - 1959).


This project is complete and all audio files can be found in the catalogue! https://librivox.org/historic-ghosts-and-ghost-hunters-by-henry-addington-bruce/
The author describes popular ghost occurrences from a skeptical point of view, providing explanations based on recent scientific research (early 20th century), primarily in the field of psychology, like suggestion and hallucinations, using also his beliefs on mesmerism and telepathy. He finishes his book with a brief mention of ghost hunters and researchers into psychic phenomena. (Summary by Rapunzelina)
    1. How to claim a part, and "how it all works" here To find a section to record, simply look at point 5. below at the sections. All the ones without names beside them are "up for grabs." Click "Post reply" at the top left of the screen and tell us which section you would like to read (include the section number from the left-most column in the reader list, please). Read points 6. to 8. below for what to do before, during and after your recording.
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    3. Is there a deadline? We ask that you submit your recorded sections within 1-2 months of placing your claim. Please note that to be fair to the readers who have completed their sections in a timely way, if you haven't submitted your recording(s) after two months, your sections will automatically be re-opened for other readers to claim, unless you post in this thread to request an extension. Extensions will be granted at the discretion of the Book Coordinator. If you cannot do your section, for whatever reason, just let me know and it'll go back to the pool. There's no shame in this; we're all volunteers and things happen.Please do not sign up for more sections than you can complete within the two month deadline.
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      Set your recording software to:
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    7. DURING recording:
      No more than 0.5 to 1 second of silence at the beginning of the recording!
      Make sure you add this to the beginning of your recording:
      START of recording (Intro)
      • "Chapter [number] of Historic Ghosts and Ghost Hunters. This is a LibriVox recording. All LibriVox recordings are in the public domain. For more information, or to volunteer, please visit: librivox DOT org"
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      There should be ~5 seconds silence at the end of the recording.

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Post by maxgal »

OOOOOO....
I'd like to claim Section 1, "The Devils of Loudun."
Just a bit less feverish than the Ken Russell film version. :twisted:
Louise
"every little breeze..."

Fun Fact: 40% of all statistics are wrong.
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Post by Rapunzelina »

Is it? :twisted: You'll read and tell us :mrgreen:
Thank you for starting us off, Louise!
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Post by johnjamespj »

Can I DPL??
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johnjamespj wrote: May 12th, 2020, 1:35 pm Can I DPL??
Yes, of course! Welcome to Librivox! Since it's your first time, you'll need to set yourself up with a password to access the Magic Window and be able to update the status of the recordings. When everything is fine with a recording, it's "PL OK" (Proof-listened and OK), otherwise there may be some "PL notes". Read this guide for proof-listeners for what things to note when listening: viewtopic.php?p=318667#p318667

And this guide for how to gain fist-time access into the Magic Window https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BxWB83bbALTQYjlENGZ0SVJUWWs/edit
After you set up a password, you'll be able to use that and your username to access the Magic Window from the link "BC Admin" below it.

It feels too much information on your first day, but I promise you, all will be fine! You'll enjoy it here! :D
Please ask if anything is unclear. This project has just started, so you have plenty of time to acquaint yourself with how things work!

Is there a specific name you'd like to be credited with in our catalogue or just the forum name?
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Post by johnjamespj »

Rapunzelina wrote: May 12th, 2020, 2:11 pm
johnjamespj wrote: May 12th, 2020, 1:35 pm Can I DPL??
Yes, of course! Welcome to Librivox! Since it's your first time, you'll need to set yourself up with a password to access the Magic Window and be able to update the status of the recordings. When everything is fine with a recording, it's "PL OK" (Proof-listened and OK), otherwise there may be some "PL notes". Read this guide for proof-listeners for what things to note when listening: viewtopic.php?p=318667#p318667

And this guide for how to gain fist-time access into the Magic Window https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BxWB83bbALTQYjlENGZ0SVJUWWs/edit
After you set up a password, you'll be able to use that and your username to access the Magic Window from the link "BC Admin" below it.

It feels too much information on your first day, but I promise you, all will be fine! You'll enjoy it here! :D
Please ask if anything is unclear. This project has just started, so you have plenty of time to acquaint yourself with how things work!

Is there a specific name you'd like to be credited with in our catalogue or just the forum name?
Thank You Very Much for helping me access Magic Window and letting me DPL!!
Just use the name John James in the catalogue.
Last edited by johnjamespj on May 12th, 2020, 2:52 pm, edited 1 time in total.
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Post by Rapunzelina »

You're welcome, John James! :thumbs:
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Post by VerizonCarlsEstrada »

I can take The Ghost Seen by Lord Brougham
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Post by Rapunzelina »

Thank you! Welcome to Librivox! :clap: Since you are a new reader, let me know if you need any help, if anything is unclear in the guides for new readers. You could do the 1-minute test first, linked to in your welcome email, to check if any adjustments are needed in your recording setup.
Is there a specific name you'd like to be credited with in the catalogue?
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Post by tomgetsworse »

Hey everyone. I’d love to take chapter 3 please.
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Post by Rapunzelina »

I'll just copy the post above since you're also a new reader! How exciting to have you here!

Thank you! Welcome to Librivox! :clap: Since you are a new reader, let me know if you need any help, if anything is unclear in the guides for new readers. You could do the 1-minute test first, linked to in your welcome email, to check if any adjustments are needed in your recording setup.
Is there a specific name you'd like to be credited with in the catalogue?
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Post by tomgetsworse »

Thank you. The guides are very clear and informative so I think I’ll get on okay. I have some experience with audacity as well :) looking forward to getting stuck in. For credits, my name full name is Thomas Garner. Let me know if you beer anything else.
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Post by Rapunzelina »

tomgetsworse wrote: May 15th, 2020, 2:49 am Let me know if you beer anything else.
Oh I beer a lot :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

Here is your catalogue page: https://librivox.org/reader/14305 ( we can also link to a personal URL of you'd like). It lists all projects you're involved in, so it might look a bit empty now, but hopefully you'll enjoy it here and gradually fill it up! :thumbs:
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Post by tcjsavannah »

May I claim section 10 please?

-- Chad
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Post by Rapunzelina »

Definitely! Thank you, Chad!
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