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Episode 4
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After several long bus journeys, Murdo and his dad finally meet up with Uncle John in Alabama. Read by Finn den Hertog.
Booker prize-winner James Kelman’s novel is a potent exploration of love, grief and the power of music.
After more uncomfortable bus journeys and an unplanned overnight stay in Allentown, Murdo and his dad finally meet up with Uncle John in Alabama.
Read by Finn den Hertog
Abridged by David Jackson Young
Producer Eilidh McCreadie
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in 2016.
Last on
Fri 26 Feb 202102:00
BBC Radio 4 Extra
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Finn den Hertog |
| Author | James Kelman |
| Abridger | David Jackson Young |
| Producer | Eilidh McCreadie |
Broadcasts
- Thu 21 Jul 201622:45BBC Radio 4
- Thu 25 Feb 202114:00BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Fri 26 Feb 202102:00BBC Radio 4 Extra