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Robert Forrest's popular thriller set in 10th-century Japan. Shonagon and Saisho revisit their youth and wander the palace at night. But they are not alone.
Lady Shonagon and Lieutenant Yukinari return! Robert Forrest's popular thriller set in 10th-century Japan.
The storm is passing, Lady Shonagon decides to revist a game of her youth and wander the palace corridors at night. She intends to wander alone, but that is not to be...
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
Fri 29 Mar 201919:45
BBC Radio 4
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Shonagon | Ruth Gemmell |
| Yukinari | Stuart McQuarrie |
| Saisho | Victoria Liddelle |
| Empress Teishi | Laura Rees |
| Empress Shoshi | Katie Leung |
| Writer | Robert Forrest |
| Director | Lu Kemp |
Broadcasts
- Fri 24 Nov 201710:45BBC Radio 4
- Fri 29 Mar 201919:45BBC Radio 4
