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John Fowles
Roy Plomley's castaway is writer John Fowles.
Book: Dictionary of National Biography
Luxury: Field glasses
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Fri 16 Jan 198109:05
BBC Radio 4
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Dictionary of National Biography
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Field glasses
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | John Fowles |
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- Sat 10 Jan 198118:15BBC Radio 4
- Fri 16 Jan 198109:05BBC Radio 4
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