Episode 1
4 Extra Debut. The author's family have views about Priscilla's life. So how will he piece it together in a book? Read by Nicholas Shakespeare. From January 2014.
Nicholas Shakespeare writes about his aunt, a glamorous English woman whose life in Paris during the German Occupation grew more and more mysterious. Abridged in 5 episodes by Katrin Williams.
1. The author resolves to unearth the facts about Priscilla, whose background and activities during World War 2 fascinate the rest of the family. She died in the 1980's, even a Vicomtess at one stage. How, then, will he embark on his task of discovery?
Reader Nicholas Shakespeare
Producer Duncan Minshull
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International woman of mystery
Duration: 01:41
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Nicholas Shakespeare |
| Producer | Duncan Minshull |
| Abridger | Katrin Williams |
| Author | Nicholas Shakespeare |
Broadcasts
Mon 13 Jan 2014 09:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM- Tue 14 Jan 2014 00:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
- Mon 26 Nov 2018 14:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
- Tue 27 Nov 2018 02:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
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