Episode 2
Gore goes to war and emerges with his first novel, establishing himself with the New York literati before finding an exotic new home in which to develop his writing career.
The authorised behind-the-scenes biography of one of America's great and most under-rated man of letters, the cosmopolitan and wickedly satirical Vidal, from a devoted yet candid old friend.
In Episode 1, the author Jay Parini recalls his first encounter with Gore and describes a privileged, lonely childhood and the birth of the political, social and sexual interests that would last a lifetime.
Written by Jay Parini
Read by Toby Jones
Abridged by Eileen Horne
Produced and directed by Clive Brill
A Brill production for BBC Radio 4.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Toby Jones |
| Author | Jay Parini |
| Abridger | Eileen Horne |
| Director | Clive Brill |
| Producer | Clive Brill |
Broadcasts
- Tue 10 Nov 201509:45BBC Radio 4 FM
- Wed 11 Nov 201500:30BBC Radio 4
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