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3. The Golden Gates of Childhood

Episode 3 of 10

Tom's new school days prove difficult and solitary. While Maggie embarks on a new, exciting adventure. Stars Oliver Zetterstrom.

Life at his new school is a difficult and solitary business for Tom and for Maggie a new adventure is about to begin.

George Eliot's novel of grand passions and tormented lives.

Dramatised by Rhiannon Tise.

George Eliot, the Narrator …... Anna Maxwell Martin
Young Maggie …... Amy-Jayne Leigh
Young Tom …... Oliver Zetterstrom
Mr Tulliver …... Roger Ringrose
Maggie …... Joanna Vanderham
Tom …... Will Kirk
Philip …... Chris Lew Kum Hoi
Mrs Moss …... Heather Craney
Mr Stelling …... John Lightbody,

Director: Tracey Neale.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in April 2020.

14 minutes

Last on

Thu 16 May 202403:45
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