The System of Doctor Tarr and Professor Fether

Narrated by Sam Kusi

Released: May 29, 2026
Length: 46 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Bookstream Audiobooks

"The System of Doctor Tarr and Professor Fether" by Edgar Allan Poe is a darkly humorous short story about an innocent narrator's visit to a mental asylum in southern France. As the narrator learns about the institution's unique approaches to treating mental illness, he uncovers unexpected developments that challenge his expectations. The story offers a blend of satire and intrigue set within the eerie environment of the asylum.

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