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The Snowman

From pagan times to contemporary creations – a look at the myths and history surrounding the figure of the snowman. From 2000.

The Snowman is the sand castle of an inclement season, the winter equivalent of the scarecrow, and the jolliest of the folk-figure creations.

From pagan times to contemporary snowmen, there are factual and mythical accounts of this cheery winter character ... as well as evidence of the existence of snowwomen...

Producer: Alison Quinn

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in December 2000.

15 minutes

Last on

Fri 27 Dec 202409:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Broadcasts

  • Sun 21 Dec 201407:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Sun 21 Dec 201413:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Christmas Eve 201715:45
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Christmas Day 201703:45
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Fri 27 Dec 201914:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Sat 28 Dec 201902:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Fri 27 Dec 202409:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra