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Appointment in Arezzo by Alan Taylor (Omnibus)

A journalist’s memoir of a friendship with Muriel Spark, one of the 20th century’s greatest writers. Read by Paul Higgins.

When journalist Alan Taylor travelled to the Italian town of Arezzo to interview Muriel Spark, it was the beginning of a friendship which would last for years.

On regular visits to her Italian villa and on trips accompanying the author to literary festivals across Europe, Taylor gained a unique insight into the character of this fascinating artist.

A colourful portrait of one of the 20th century’s greatest writers.

Omnibus of five parts abridged by Laurence Wareing.

Read by Paul Higgins.

Producer: Eilidh McCreadie

First broadcast on Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 in January 2018.

1 hour, 10 minutes

Last on

Mon 15 Aug 2022 01:00
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Broadcasts

  • Sun 7 Jan 2018 09:00
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
  • Sun 7 Jan 2018 20:00
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
  • Sun 14 Aug 2022 13:00
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  • Mon 15 Aug 2022 01:00
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