Performed by the author and five of Britain's leading actresses, Alan Bennett's tales are full of quirky, insightful detail that bring the characters vividly to life. From Julie Walters' portrayal of an actress seeking fame to Anna Massey's alcoholic vicar's wife, these individuals are linked by their self-delusion, desperation and vulnerability. In these compelling pieces, Bennett displays the wry observation, knowing irony and tender understatement that have ensured his rightful place at the forefront of contemporary ...
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Performed by the author and five of Britain's leading actresses, Alan Bennett's tales are full of quirky, insightful detail that bring the characters vividly to life. From Julie Walters' portrayal of an actress seeking fame to Anna Massey's alcoholic vicar's wife, these individuals are linked by their self-delusion, desperation and vulnerability. In these compelling pieces, Bennett displays the wry observation, knowing irony and tender understatement that have ensured his rightful place at the forefront of contemporary writing. The stories included are: `A Chip in the Sugar' read by Alan Bennett; `A Lady of Letters' read by Patricia Routledge; `Bed Among the Lentils' read by Anna Massey; `Soldiering On' read by Stephanie Cole; `Her Big Chance' read by Julie Walters and `A Cream Cracker Under the Settee' read by Thora Hird. 3 CDs. 3 hrs 15 mins.
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Add this copy of Talking Heads (Bbc Radio Collection) to cart. $52.72, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Santa Clarita, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2002 by BBC Books.
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