The Hollow Tree: "Young Goodman Brown," by Nathanael Hawthorne

This episode tells the terrifying tale of a simple man who wrestles with the temptation of the Devil himself. Through one terrifying night, the devil tries to pull Brown over to the powers of darkness, and threatens his very soul. This is one of the most intense episodes of the season, so parents may want to preview it.__________**We tell America’s old stories with the warmth of firelight and the weight of unanswered questions.**From haunted river valleys to whispered frontier legends, *New American Mythos* retells the myths and folktales that shaped our nation, blending immersive sound design, period-inspired music, and thoughtful reflection.**Join our Mailing List!**https://www.wixforms.com/f/7360735946171483150**Website:** [www.ironscrewpublishing.com/new-american-mythos](http://www.ironscrewpublishing.com/new-american-mythos)**YouTube:** [@IronScrewPublishing](https://www.youtube.com/@IronScrewPublishing)**Patreon:** [Join for bonus episodes and exclusive perks](https://www.patreon.com/c/NewAmericanMythos)ARTIST ATTRIBUTIONDaybreakMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/kite-flight/daybreakLicense code: TR4WG7VISV4MSFOBJourney Back in TimeMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/augustine/journey-back-in-timeLicense code: RHWTJFODHQLQWGNXThe CreeperMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/weary-pines/the-creeperLicense code: QPYYP6EGAXRSEAJKSonata number 2 for flute and harpsichord remix by BachThe Point of No ReturnMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/the-point-of-no-returnLicense code: PGL2V7AGPJOJZKFZTar SandsMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/ben-mcelroy/tar-sandsLicense code: DKULAAQWY8AYQIWIOn Time and ReadyMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/peter-cavallo/on-time-and-readyLicense code: DFHNRZSBVSOER40ALadybug DronesMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/maciej-sadowski/ladybug-dronesLicense code: RVNIAKTQUZEPMWDBLiving in FearMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/weary-pines/living-in-fearLicense code: RGCFGBUX4ZITL3AERotten EctoplasmMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/daniel-diaz/rotten-ectoplasmLicense code: RKMIHXTFAO011R9ESonata in F Minor - ScarlattiAll tracks recorded, produced and published by: Gregor Quendel / https://www.gregorquendel.comLast BreathMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/last-breathLicense code: ZMMYCBOKLS2WMUQDPoint BlankMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/arend/point-blankLicense code: MUKGYDWZB3ZDUN1G