Episode 4
In 1984, when president of the EEC, and despite their political differences, Francois Mitterrand went out of his way to befriend 'Dear Mrs Thatcher'. Read by Henry Goodman.
In 1984, when he was president of the EEC, and despite their political differences, Mitterrand went out of his way to cultivate 'Dear Mrs Thatcher'. He said of her accent, 'If you close your eyes, you could think she's Jane Birkin.'
This biography of the French President was written by Philip Short, and is read by Henry Goodman.
Abridged and produced by Jane Marshall
A Jane Marshall production for BBC Radio 4.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Henry Goodman |
| Producer | Jane Marshall |
| Abridger | Jane Marshall |
| Author | Philip Short |
Broadcasts
Thu 28 Nov 201309:45BBC Radio 4 FM- Fri 29 Nov 201300:30BBC Radio 4
- Thu 25 Oct 201814:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Fri 26 Oct 201802:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
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