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David Blunkett on Louis Braille

Matthew Parris hears why David Blunkett has chosen Louis Braille, the 18th century French boy who blinded himself in his father's workshop, as his great life - with the help of guest expert the RNIB's Kevin Carey.

Producer: Maggie Ayre

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in May 2015.

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PresenterMatthew Parris
Interviewed GuestDavid Blunkett
Interviewed GuestKevin Carey
ProducerMaggie Ayre

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  • Tue 26 May 201516:30
    BBC Radio 4
  • Fri 29 May 201523:00
    BBC Radio 4
  • Thu 1 Oct 202018:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Fri 2 Oct 202000:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Sat 3 Oct 202007:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Sat 3 Oct 202017:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Sun 4 Oct 202005:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra

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