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Beatrix Potter

Fiona Reynolds, former director of the National Trust, chooses writer Beatrix Potter. With Francine Stock. From November 2005.

Fiona Reynolds, ex-director of the National Trust, chooses the writer, Beatrix Potter.

The biographical series in which a distinguished guest chooses someone who's inspired their life.

Will their hero stand up to intensive scrutiny and merit the description of having led a great life?

With historian and writer Anne Hobbs

Presented by Francine Stock.

Producer: John Byrne

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in November 2005.

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30 minutes

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Thu 30 Mar 202321:00
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  • Fri 18 Nov 200516:30
    BBC Radio 4
  • Thu 28 Jul 201618:30
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  • Fri 29 Jul 201600:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Thu 30 Mar 202321:00
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    Biographical series in which guests choose someone who has inspired their lives.