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Episode 4
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As conspiracy rumbles through the palace, Shonagon is summoned to a meeting with the volatile Lord Korechika. Robert Forrest's popular thriller set in 10th-century Japan.
Lady Shonagon and Lieutenant Yukinari return! Robert Forrest's popular thriller set in 10th century Japan.
Shonagon suspects there may be more to the murder of Lady Mazago than Lieutenant Yukinari perceives. And, as conspiracy rumbles through the Palace, Shonagon is summoned to an interview with Lord Korechicka - a man infamous for his temper.
The Pillow Book is inspired by the writings of Sei Shonagon, a poet and lady-in-waiting to the Empress of the 10th Century Japanese court.
Written by Robert Forrest.
Directed by Lu Kemp.
A BBC Scotland Production for Radio 4.
Last on
Thu 27 Oct 201619:45
BBC Radio 4
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Shonagon | Ruth Gemmell |
| Yukinari | Cal MacAninch |
| Mazago | Finlay Welsh |
| Kazan | Garry Collins |
| Korechika | Lorn Macdonald |
| Writer | Robert Forrest |
| Director | Lu Kemp |
Broadcasts
- Thu 27 Oct 201610:45BBC Radio 4
- Thu 27 Oct 201619:45BBC Radio 4
