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4 Extra Debut. A legacy from his uncle gives 13-year-old Thomas the means to travel to London to study art. Read by Julian Rhind-Tutt.
Portrait of 18th-century artist Thomas Gainsborough written by James Hamilton
A legacy from his uncle gives 13-year-old Thomas the means to leave Sudbury and travel to London where the arts and crafts are flourishing.
He studies engraving with Gravelot and finds work decorating the entertainment kiosks in Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens.
Read by Julian Rhind-Tutt.
Abridged in five parts by Libby Spurrier.
Director: Kate McAll.
A Pier production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in August 2017.
Last on
Tue 26 Oct 202102:00
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Julian Rhind-Tutt |
| Author | James Hamilton |
| Abridger | Libby Spurrier |
| Director | Kate McAll |
Broadcasts
Mon 7 Aug 201709:45BBC Radio 4 FM- Tue 8 Aug 201700:30BBC Radio 4
- Mon 25 Oct 202114:00BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Tue 26 Oct 202102:00BBC Radio 4 Extra
