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Episode 4
Jung Chang's biography of this remarkable 19th century stateswoman continues.
A young ambitious reformist looks to topple Cixi from power and a dramatic battle of wits ensues.
Read by Pik-Sen Lim
Abridged by Sara Davies
Produced by Gemma Jenkins.
Last on
Fri 14 Sep 2018
02:45
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Pik Sen Lim |
| Producer | Gemma Jenkins |
| Abridger | Sara Davies |
| Author | Jung Chang |
Broadcasts
Thu 26 Sep 2013 09:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM- Fri 27 Sep 2013 00:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
- Thu 13 Sep 2018 14:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
- Fri 14 Sep 2018 02:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
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