"He's not easy"
After the death of her beloved mother, Zoe makes an unexpected choice. Postwar tale of love and freedom. Read by Pennie Downie.
After the death of her beloved mother, Zoe makes an unexpected choice.
Internationally acclaimed Australian author Elizabeth Harrower's novel was written in 1971 and was finally published in 2015.
This tale of love, class and freedom is set among the grand houses and lush gardens of Sydney Harbour just after the Second World War, following the lives of Zoe and Russell Howard.
Charismatic and confident, the children of affluent and loving parents, they welcome into their circle two orphans, Stephen and Anna. the impact of this meeting will resonate for decades.
Reader: Penny Downie
Abridger: Sally Marmion
Producer: Justine Willett
First broadcast on 成人论坛 Radio 4 in February 2015.
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Penny Downie |
| Author | Elizabeth Harrower |
| Abridger | Sally Marmion |
| Producer | Justine Willett |
Broadcasts
Thu 19 Feb 2015 22:45成人论坛 Radio 4- Thu 19 Sep 2019 14:00成人论坛 Radio 4 Extra
- Fri 20 Sep 2019 02:00成人论坛 Radio 4 Extra
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