Episode 5
In 1995 Francois left the presidency after 14 years. Chirac said he bequeathed to France 'a modern, calm democracy'. Read by Henry Goodman.
Mitterrand left the Elysee Palace for the last time in 1995, after 14 years in power. In the words of his rival Jacque Chirac, he bequeathed to France 'a modern, calm democracy'.
He spent his last days not at the house he had shared with his wife, but in a state apartment where both of his families could spend time with him.
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.
Last on
More episodes
Next
You are at the last episode
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Henry Goodman |
| Producer | Jane Marshall |
| Abridger | Jane Marshall |
| Author | Philip Short |
Broadcasts
Fri 29 Nov 201309:45BBC Radio 4 FM- Sat 30 Nov 201300:30BBC Radio 4
- Fri 26 Oct 201814:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Sat 27 Oct 201802:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
Listen to more Audio Books
Including My Sister The Serial Killer, Queenie, The Flatshare and more.
Opening Lines
John Yorke unpacks the themes behind the stories in Radio 4's weekend afternoon dramas.
Sample our books and authors Clip Collection
Interviews, previews and reviews
Subscribe to the Short stories podcast
Featuring the best stories from the UK's finest writers
How many of these 100 Novels have you read?
After a passionate debate, our panel has come up with this surprising literary selection.
Finding Your Story
Ten remarkable novels about identity: Which one will help you discover yourself?
BBC Arts: Books
Celebrating reading and the 100 novels that have shaped our world.
