Episode 4
Joseph Roth is in Ostend to reunite with his friend Stefan Zweig, but he is instantly charmed by another writer, Irmgard Keun.
Volker Weidermann's account of the charming resort of Ostend, and in 1936 it's a haven for Middle-Europe emigres. Abridged in five episodes by Katrin Williams:
Joseph Roth is in Ostend to meet his old friend Stafan Zweig. But he's quickly distracted by another writer, Irmgard Keun. Life is short, so they will move to the Hotel Couronne together..
Reader Peter Firth
Producer Duncan Minshull.
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Peter Firth |
| Author | Volker Weidermann |
| Abridger | Katrin Williams |
| Producer | Duncan Minshull |
Broadcasts
- Thu 28 Jan 201609:45BBC Radio 4 FM
- Fri 29 Jan 201600:30BBC Radio 4
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