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Guy de Maupassant - The Hand

In 1880’s Corsica, Sir John Rowell awaits his nemesis, alongside a gruesome reminder of his days in Africa. Stars Denis Quilley.

1880’s Corsica: Reminded by a gruesome trophy of his days in Africa, Sir John Rowell awaits the return of his nemesis...

Starring Denis Quilley.

Guy de Maupassant’s story dramatised by Michael Robson.

Sir John Rowell ...... Denis Quilley
Bermutier ...... Cyril Shaps
Olivier ...... Edward Seckersn
Audas ...... David Strong
Chavanne ...... Hector Ross

Devised and directed by Derek Hoddinott.

First broadcast on the BBC World Service in February 1976.

30 minutes

Last on

Mon 15 Apr 202400:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Broadcasts

  • Sun 9 Sep 201818:30
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  • Mon 10 Sep 201800:35
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  • Fri 12 Mar 202118:00
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  • Sat 13 Mar 202100:00
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  • Sun 14 Apr 202416:30
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  • Mon 15 Apr 202400:30
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