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Robert Forrest's popular thriller, set in 10th-century Japan. Shonagon is summoned to meet the new empress - an encounter even more strange and disturbing than she imagines.
Lady Shonagon and Lieutenant Yukinari return for a new series of the popular mystery, The Pillow Book, set in 10th-century Japan.
Following the Empress Teishi's father's death, a new Chancellor holds power in the Palace. He has ensured his daughter now occupies the throne, as Empress and First
Consort to the Emperor.
Summoned to a meeting with the new Empress, Shonagon is visited by a disturbing vision.
The Pillow Book is 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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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Shonagon | Ruth Gemmell |
| Yukinari | Stuart McQuarrie |
| Saisho | Victoria Liddelle |
| Empress Teishi | Laura Rees |
| Empress Shoshi | Katie Leung |
| Writer | Robert Forrest |
| Director | Lu Kemp |
Broadcasts
- Mon 20 Nov 2017 10:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
- Mon 25 Mar 2019 19:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
