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The New Hanoverians - Death, Gin and Defoe

Episode 112 of 216

Daniel Defoe makes an appearance as a social historian, charting a struggling society and the rise of tradesmen. Anna Massey narrates the history of the British Isles.

15 minutes

Last on

Wed 11 Apr 201214:15
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Tue 26 Aug 200813:30
    BBC Radio 7
  • Wed 11 Apr 201214:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra