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The Fox by Fiona Melrose

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A dead fox triggers memories for an elderly farmer. A tale of a rural England untouched by modernity. Read by Philip Jackson. From September 2014.

Another chance to hear Fiona Melrose's story in the series which gives emerging short story writers their radio debut.

Philip Jackson reads Fiona Melrose's meditative tale evoking a rural England, largely untouched by the modern world. A dead fox triggers memories and connections for an elderly farmer.

Produced by Gemma Jenkins.

South African writer, Fiona Melrose was inspired to write this story while living in Suffolk. The story formed the starting point of her first novel, Midwinter, which was published in November of last year.

15 minutes

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Thu 17 May 2018 21:00

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Credits

Role Contributor
Reader Philip Jackson
Writer Fiona Melrose
Producer Gemma Jenkins

Broadcasts

  • Fri 12 Sep 2014 15:45
  • Sun 2 Apr 2017 00:30
  • Thu 17 May 2018 11:00
  • Thu 17 May 2018 21:00

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