As she sets sail on her voyage, the author recalls another dramatic boat journey. Read by Teresa Gallagher. Show more
In the Sermermuit Valley, the author is thrilled by a symphony of ice on her Northwest Passage voyage. Read by Teresa Gallagher. Show more
On Dundas Island, the arctic animals lay claim to their habitat as the author continues her voyage. Read by Teresa Gallagher. Show more
As passengers prepare for journey's end through the Northwest Passage, there’s an unscheduled stop. Read by Teresa Gallagher. Show more
Henry Blofeld reads his autobiography. His early years at the crease. Show more
Henry Blofeld reads his autobiography. 'For about a day and a half, I was treated as if my name was Henry de Rothschild.'. Show more
Henry Blofeld reads his autobiography - and gets wise words from the producer. Show more
Henry Blofeld reads his autobiography. Trevor Bailey misses the mark, but not by much. Show more
Henry Blofeld reads his autobiography. In this final instalment - Arlott, Johnners, CMJ et al. Show more
Behind the scenes at Harvard Medical School, neurologist Dr Ropper includes a case of Wernicke’s aphasia. Read by Colin Stinton. Show more
Neurologist Dr Ropper looks at transient global amnesia, behind the scenes at Harvard Medical School. Read by Colin Stinton. Show more
Behind the scenes at Harvard Medical School with neurologist Dr Ropper, looking at signs versus symptoms. Read by Colin Stinton. Show more
Behind the scenes at Harvard Medical School with Dr Ropper emphasising the importance of neurology. Concluded by Colin Stinton. Show more
Beryl Bainbridge: Love By All Sorts Of Means
1. Early Years at Formby
15 minutes
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4 Extra Debut. Brendan Kings’s biography of the self-proclaimed non-fiction novelist and her early years. Read by James Fleet and Samantha Bond. Show more
Beryl Bainbridge: Love By All Sorts Of Means
4. When Beryl met Alan
15 minutes
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When Beryl met Alan. Brendan King’s biography of novelist Beryl Bainbridge is read by James Fleet and Samantha Bond. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Neurologist Dr Ropper behind the scenes at Harvard Medical School, includes the case of an epileptic. Read by Colin Stinton. Show more
Beryl Bainbridge: Love By All Sorts Of Means
2. Swept Up by the Stage
15 minutes
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Beryl’s swept up by the stage. Brendan King worked for the novelist for 23 years. Biography read by James Fleet and Samantha Bond. Show more
Beryl Bainbridge: Love By All Sorts Of Means
3. Life with Austin
15 minutes
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Beryl’s life with Austin. Brendan King’s biography of the novelist is read by James Fleet and Samantha Bond. Show more
Beryl Bainbridge: Love By All Sorts Of Means
5. Accidental Meeting Sparks Success
15 minutes
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An accidental meeting sets Beryl on the path to success. Brendan King’s biography concluded by James Fleet and Samantha Bond. Show more
Lauren Laverne hosts this landmark event to commemorate the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire of London, as a representation of 17th-century London is set ablaze. Show more