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Episode 4

The Pillow Book Series 8
Episode 4 of 5

Shonagon investigates Yukinari's disappearance from the palace. Meanwhile, the lieutenant finds himself held hostage by his childhood friend Takashi.

Lady Shonagon and Lieutenant Yukinari return! Robert Forrest's popular thriller set in 10th century Japan.

Shonagon investigates Yukinari's disappearance from the Palace. Meanwhile the Lieutenant finds himself held hostage by his childhood friend, Takashi, who - it appears - has been commissioned to deliver the Lieutenant's head to someone within the Palace walls.

Inspired by the writings of Sei Shonagon, a poet and lady-in-waiting to the Empress of the 10th Century Japanese court.

Written by Robert Forrest.

Directed by Lu Kemp.

A Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Scotland Production for Radio 4.

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15 minutes

Last on

Thu 20 Aug 2015 19:45
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4

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Credits

Shonagon Ruth Gemmell
Yukinari Cal MacAninch
Asaji Robert Jack
Takashi Alexander Morton
Writer Robert Forrest
Director Lu Kemp

Broadcasts

  • Thu 20 Aug 2015 10:45
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM
  • Thu 20 Aug 2015 19:45
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4