Norman Lewis
Michael Parkinson's castaway is writer Norman Lewis.
Norman Lewis has spent a lifetime travelling the world and writing about it. In conversation with Michael Parkinson, he recalls his curious upbringing in Wales with three maiden aunts, his travels in Cuba where he met Ernest Hemingway, and his love of Naples which led to his writing two books on the Mafia. He also chooses the eight records he would take to the mythical island.
[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]
Favourite track: Petrushka by Igor Stravinsky
Book: The Histories by Herodotus
Luxury: Spirit stove
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Clarinet Concerto in A major
Soloist: Jack Brymer Orchestra: The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor: Sir Thomas Beecham
Castaway's Favourite
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Igor Stravinsky
Petrushka
Orchestra: Columbia Symphony Orchestra Conductor: Igor Stravinsky
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Guantanamera
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Ruggero Leoncavallo
Mattinata
Soloist: Luciano Pavarotti Orchestra: The Philharmonia Orchestra Conductor: Piero Gamba
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La Nina de los Peines & Band
Ay Pilatos
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Ustad Vilayat Khan & Ustad Bismillah Khan
Gujaree Todi
- Duets.
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George Frideric Handel
Zadok The Priest
Choir: Choir of King's College, Cambridge Orchestra: English Chamber Orchestra
- Coronation Of George Vi & Elizabeth.
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Los Calchakis
Llamarada
Artist: Guillermo De La Roca
Book Choice
The Histories - Herodotus
Luxury Choice
Spirit stove
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Michael Parkinson |
| Interviewed Guest | Norman Lewis |
Broadcasts
- Sun 3 Aug 198612:15BBC Radio 4
- Fri 8 Aug 198609:05BBC Radio 4
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