Sweden, the Perfect Society
Scandinavia and its curious tribes explored and how Sweden’s neighbours’ opinion differs from others. Read by Gunnar Cauthery.
Sweden – a country held up as a beacon of perfection by the Western world and yet disliked by its neighbours.
Journalist Michael Booth embarks on a revealing and often 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
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Sweden
Duration: 00:33
Music
Colouring of Pigeons by The Knife
Get Some by Lykke LiIn
The Hall of The Mountain King (Peer Gynt) by Edvard Grieg
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Gunnar Cauthery |
| Producer | Gemma Jenkins |
| Abridger | Richard Hamilton |
| Author | Michael Booth |
Broadcasts
Fri 14 Feb 201409:45BBC Radio 4 FM- Sat 15 Feb 201400:30BBC Radio 4
- Fri 8 Feb 201914:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Sat 9 Feb 201902:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
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