Madrid
Laurie Lee strides, strolls, then hobbles into Madrid. Into 'the jaws of a lion'. But where to stay? Read by Tobias Menzies.
From Vigo, out across the plains, then Madrid and its various attractions.
Which means music, cafes, and some new trousers provided by the lovely Concha..
Laurie Lee's classic account of walking through Spain in the 1930s read by Tobias Menzies
Abridged in five episodes by Katrin Williams.
Producer: Duncan Minshull
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in 2014.
Last on
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Tobias Menzies |
| Producer | Duncan Minshull |
| Abridger | Katrin Williams |
| Author | Laurie Lee |
Broadcasts
Wed 18 Jun 201409:45BBC Radio 4 FM- Thu 19 Jun 201400:30BBC Radio 4
- Wed 29 May 201914:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Thu 30 May 201902:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
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