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A determination to win weighs heavily on an elderly sailor. A story of obsession and close attention to detail. Read by Bernard Cribbins.

Episode 1 (of 3):
Concorde by David Pownall
Read by Bernard Cribbins

The first of three specially commissioned stories marking the 75th birthday of David Pownall, the distinguished playwright, novelist and poet.

Determined to win a race in his catamaran, an elderly sailor weighs up a newly arrived visitor.

Director: Martin Jenkins
A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

15 minutes

Last on

Fri 10 May 201315:45
BBC Radio 4

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WriterDavid Pownall
ReaderBernard Cribbins

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  • Fri 10 May 201315:45
    BBC Radio 4