Hop-Frog

Written by Edgar Allan Poe

Narrated by Nigel Pencombe

Hop-Frog is Edgar Allan Poe’s macabre tale of cruelty, revenge, and fiery justice — a gothic masterpiece of poetic irony and horror.

In the grotesque court of a sadistic king, Hop-Frog, a crippled dwarf and court jester, endures humiliation and torment. Forced to entertain a court that mocks his deformity and his friend Trippetta, Hop-Frog endures indignity after indignity — until he conceives a terrifying plan to turn the tables in a final performance none will ever forget.

With its themes of vengeance, madness, and poetic justice, Hop-Frog delivers the chilling beauty of Poe’s dark imagination. A short story with lasting impact, it is perfect for fans of horror, gothic literature, and morally complex tales of retribution.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Diamond Zephyr Corporation
• Release date: Jul 31, 2025
• ISBN: 9798318254253

Edgar Allan Poe

Born on January 19, 1809, Edgar Allan Poe has become synonymous with writing described as mysterious and macabre. Also credited with originating the detective-fiction genre, Poe is considered part of the American Romantic Movement. A very celebrated poet, short story writer, and Gothic novelist, Poe died in 1849.