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7. Old Friend
Episode 7 of 10
George tells us about his learned friend who seems in denial about the impending Second World War. Read by Tim McInnerny.
George Bowling tells us about going to meet his old friend Porteous.
He's a learned man who nevertheless seems to be in denial about the forthcoming Second World War.
George Orwell's book was first published before war broke out in 1939.
Abridged by Ellin Stein.
Read by Tim McInnerny.
Producer: Clive Brill
A Brill production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in January 2020.
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