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Little Mermaid

Anita learns about the origins and reimaginings of the tale of the Little Mermaid, with author Louise O’Neil and literary Professor Sarah Peverley.

Presenter Anita Anand joins Author Louise O’Neil and Professor Sarah Peverley to explore the dark, doomed tale of The Little Mermaid.

From Hans Christian Anderson’s original tale to all the modern adaptations, they discuss how the girl under the sea forged her own path, and took control of her destiny to find her voice.

Producer: Rufaro Faith Mazarura
Editor: Ailsa Rochester
Sound Design: Craig Edmondson

An Audio Always production for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4

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32 minutes

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Thu 4 May 2023 16:00
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