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Episode 5

In the Newcastle of the 1960s, the young life of Arthur Haggerston reaches a crisis, as he finally meets the father who abandoned him.

Sid Chaplin's acclaimed novel recounts how 50 years ago a Newcastle boy slipped into the treacherous waters of manhood. Adapted by Michael Chaplin.

In the Newcastle of the 1960's, the young life of Arthur Haggerston reaches a crisis, as he finally meets the father who abandoned him, takes part in a vicious street battle and witnesses the aftermath of a murder.

Reader: Joe Caffrey

Producer: Jill Waters
A Waters Company production for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.

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Fri 23 Sep 2011 22:45

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