Episode 5
In the Newcastle of the 1960s, the young life of Arthur Haggerston reaches a crisis, as he finally meets the father who abandoned him.
Sid Chaplin's acclaimed novel recounts how 50 years ago a Newcastle boy slipped into the treacherous waters of manhood. Adapted by Michael Chaplin.
In the Newcastle of the 1960's, the young life of Arthur Haggerston reaches a crisis, as he finally meets the father who abandoned him, takes part in a vicious street battle and witnesses the aftermath of a murder.
Reader: Joe Caffrey
Producer: Jill Waters
A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4.
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- Fri 23 Sep 201122:45BBC Radio 4
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