Erebus
Michael Palin's book follows the mysterious and tragic voyage of HMS Erebus in 1845. The day has come - Erebus and her sister ship HMS Terror head for the Northwest Passage.
Michael Palin reads from his new book that follows the mysterious and tragic voyage of HMS Erebus in 1845:
Leading the expedition to the Northwest Passage is Sir John Franklin, with Captain Crozier and Lieutenant Fitzjames in support, plus a host of sea-seasoned characters. Back on dry land Franklin's wife, Jane, emerges an ever-present figure as the story unfolds.
Producer Duncan Minshull
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- Tue 2 Oct 201809:45BBC Radio 4 FM
- Wed 3 Oct 201800:30BBC Radio 4
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