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The Running Hare by John Lewis-Stempel (Omnibus)

Farmer John Lewis-Stempel wants to rediscover traditional farming practices to save the natural habitat. Read by Bernard Hill.

A close up and intimate natural history by John Lewis-Stempel. By taking an abandoned field close to his farm, he observes in minute detail the behaviour of plants, birds and animals that are being displaced by agribusiness. In telling the story of one field, he tells the story of our countryside, our language, our religion and our food. But in transforming one field, he creates a haven for one particular animal close to his heart - the brown hare.

Writer: John Lewis-Stempel
Abridger Barry Johnston
Reader: Bernard Hill

Producer: David Roper
A Heavy Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in May 2016.

1 hour, 10 minutes

Last on

Sun 14 Mar 202106:00
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Broadcasts

  • Sun 8 May 201609:00
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Sun 8 May 201619:45
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Sun 14 Mar 202106:00
    BBC Radio 4 Extra