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Sian Thomas reads from Bethan Roberts's novel set in the summer of 1936, abridged by Elizabeth Burke.
Ellen is convinced that George, despite his political convictions, wants her to be domesticated. She asks Kitty to help to turn her into the perfect wife and mother.
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