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Scandinavia and its curious tribes explored looking at the impact of the Norway’s colossal oil wealth. Read by Gunnar Cauthery.

Norway - a country taking stock post-Breivik and the impact of the nation's colossal oil wealth on the Nordic psyche.

In a time where we have a fascination with all things Scandinavian, journalist, Michael Booth's book sees the author embark on a revealing and humorous journey through all five of the Nordic countries to discover the secrets of their success.

Reader: Gunnar Cauthery
Abridged by Richard Hamilton
Produced by Gemma Jenkins

15 minutes

Music

Oslo Skyline by Jaga Jazzist
Butterfly by Edvard Grieg
Going Down by Jaga Jazzist

Credits

RoleContributor
ReaderGunnar Cauthery
ProducerGemma Jenkins
AbridgerRichard Hamilton
AuthorMichael Booth

Broadcasts

  • Wed 12 Feb 201409:45
  • Thu 13 Feb 201400:30
  • Wed 6 Feb 201914:45
  • Thu 7 Feb 201902:45

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