Episode 5
Stefan Zweig and Joseph Roth make their seperate plans to leave the delights of Ostend. They know all good things come to an end, even here, in this sunny spot.
Volker Weidermann's account of the charming resort of Ostend, and in 1936 it's a haven for Middle-Europe emigres. Abridged in five episodes by Katrin Williams:
Swimming, promenading, drinking.The pleasures of Ostend linger in the face of storm clouds gathering over Europe, but even seasoned vacationers know they have to move on..
Reader Peter Firth
Producer Duncan Minshull.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Peter Firth |
| Author | Volker Weisemann |
| Abridger | Katrin Williams |
| Producer | Duncan Minshull |
Broadcasts
- Fri 29 Jan 2016 09:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM
- Sat 30 Jan 2016 00:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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