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Bob Marley

Poet Benjamin Zephaniah explores the life of reggae legend Bob Marley. With Humphrey Carpenter and Chris Salewicz. From 2003.

Poet Benjamin Zephaniah explores the life of reggae legend Bob Marley.

With Humphrey Carpenter and Chris Salewicz.

The biographical series in which a distinguished guest chooses someone who's inspired their life.

Will their hero stand up to intensive scrutiny and merit the description of having led a great life?

Producer: John Byrne

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in 2003.

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30 minutes

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    Biographical series in which guests choose someone who has inspired their lives.