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Whitechapel Dreams by Bernard Kops

4 Extra Debut. Leo is about to retire as a librarian when he encounters a young Muslim girl seeking refuge. Stars Edward Halsted.

The Whitechapel Library was almost a holy place, "The University of the East End".

Following its closure, one of its graduates, Bernard Kops, takes us into its cellar.

Here, he tells a story about a retiring librarian, Isaac Rosenberg the poet and a young Muslim woman seeking refuge.

Written by Bernard Kops

Leo Silver .... Edward Halsted
Aleya .... Ruth D'Silva
Isaac .... Gunnar Cauthery
Aleya's father .... Paul Bhattacharjee
Bernard Kops .... Himself

Director: David Hunter

First broadcast on Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 in November 2008.

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45 minutes

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Fri 29 Nov 2024 05:00

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