A Recollection

Edouard, an idealistic young student, marries Magdalena, an older woman and former actress, to ensure she never has to wear a yellow star.

The first of three interlinked stories set in 1940s Paris.

Canadian writer Mavis Gallant spent much of her life and career in France

Read by David Collins

Producer: Elisabeth Edwards

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in March 2004.