Wickedly funny topical comedy from the BBC Radio 4 series. Impressionist Alistair McGowan leads a talented cast taking satirical digs at subjects that range from newsworthy to naughty. There's Alan Bennett having tea with Thora Hird (and talking about a lot more than Earl Grey and fondant fancies), Doctor Who confusing the local tradesmen and even good old Radio 4 isn't exempt from a gentle mocking, with...
In this digitised age of shared information it is easy to take for granted the power of the printed word. Here Melvyn Bragg presents a vivid reminder of the book as agent of social, political and personal revolution. In the fascinating book accompanying the ITV series, Melvyn Bragg takes a look at the most important British books in history, and their long-lasting effects which can still be felt throughout the world today. Far from being a study of dry texts...
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