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Jessica Mitford
Roy Plomley's castaway is writer Jessica Mitford.
Favourite track: Die Moorsoldaten by Ernst Busch
Book: Orphan Island by Rose Macaulay
Luxury: Supply of gentlemen's relish
Last on
Mon 8 Aug 197712:25
BBC Radio 4
Music Played
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Florrie Forde
After The Ball
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Douglas Byng
Sex Appeal Sarah
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Maurice Chevalier
Louise
Castaway's Favourite
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Ernst Busch
Die Moorsoldaten
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Centenary Choir
The Red Flag
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Wini Shaw
Lullaby Of Broadway
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Fred Astaire
Cheek To Cheek
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Carroll Gibbons
You're Gonna Lose Your Girl
Book Choice
Orphan Island - Rose Macaulay
Luxury Choice
Supply of gentlemen's relish
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Jessica Mitford |
Broadcasts
- Sat 6 Aug 197719:00BBC Radio 4
- Mon 8 Aug 197712:25BBC Radio 4
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