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The series exploring the 20th-century through journals and correspondence. George Allen's 1904 diary of his record-attempting walk, freely adapted by Stephen Wakelam.

The series exploring the twentieth century through the journals and correspondence of real people. George Allen's 1904 diary of his record attempting walk to promote the benefits of vegetarianism, freely adapted by Stephen Wakelam. Inspired by his encounter with Scrumpy Jack George now has a new, earthier attendant for his journey.

Beating the Book

Pianist: Pete Ringrose

Director: David Hunter.

15 minutes

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Wed 21 Sep 201619:45
BBC Radio 4

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Credits

George H AllenEdward Hogg
JackBlake Ritson
HarryJeff Rawle
LandlordJames Lailey
MancunianKirsty Oswald
ReporterJason Barnett
AuthorGeorge Allen
AdaptorStephen Wakelam
DirectorDavid Hunter

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  • Wed 21 Sep 201610:41
    BBC Radio 4
  • Wed 21 Sep 201619:45
    BBC Radio 4

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