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10. Escape

Episode 10 of 15

Carrie decides to throw her lot with Hurstwood, unaware that he's stolen money from his employers. Stars Eve Best.

Carrie decides to throw in her lot with Hurstwood, unaware that he has stolen a large sum of cash from his employers.

The two lovers arrive in Montreal. Will she agree to marry him and flee toward a glittering adventure in New York?

Theodore Dreiser's neglected American classic, first published in 1900.

It's the gripping tale of a young woman's eventful rise to fame and fortune at the turn of the 20th century.

Dramatised by Steve Chambers.

Dreiser .... Russell Dixon
Hurstwood .... Liam Cunningham
Carrie .... Eve Best
Daley .... John Guerrasio

All other parts played by members of the cast

Director: Polly Thomas

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in March 2000.

15 minutes

Last on

Sat 26 Apr 202503:45
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