The Masque of the Red Death, by Edgar Allan Poe

<p>While the show is on a break until Season 2, I'd like to read for you Edgar Allan Poe's classic tale, "The Masque of the Red Death," a story that was written in 1842 and yet has found relevance in our world today.<br> <br> Don't be like Prince Prospero - here are some simple ways you can help others during this pandemic:<br> <br> - Donate money, supplies, or food to local charities providing relief for those affected by the pandemic (make sure to find out what's most needed first)<br> - Order lunch for frontline workers at your local hospital (make sure to call ahead)<br> - If you are young and healthy, volunteer to run errands or deliver supplies to the elderly or immunocompromised<br> - Foster an animal from your local animal shelter<br> - Donate blood<br> <br> <br> More helpful links:<br> <br> <a href="https://www.npr.org/2020/04/09/831250235/dont-be-discouraged-here-s-how-to-help-during-coronavirus">Here's How To Help During Coronavirus</a><br> <br> <a href="https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2020/health/coronavirus-how-to-help/">A Guide to Helping and Getting Help During The Coronavirus Crisis</a><br> <br> <a href="https://www.consumerreports.org/charitable-donations/how-to-help-your-community-during-coronavirus-crisis/">How To Help Your Community During the Coronavirus Crisis</a><br> <br> <a href="https://www.idealist.org/en/careers/help-others-coronavirus">9 Ways to Help Others During the Coronavirus Pandemic</a><br> <br> <a href="https://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-help-restaurants-hospitals-people-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak/">How to Help Restaurants, Hospitals, People During the Coronavirus Outbreak</a></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/storieswithsapphire/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/storieswithsapphire/support</a>