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08/11/2011

The best of the world's arts, film, music and literature brought to you every day. Presented by Harriett Gilbert.

On today's programme: Stephen King's latest novel 22.11.63, Jean Cocteau and I, Culture Orchestra.

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18 minutes

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Wed 9 Nov 201113:32GMT
BBC World Service Online

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Chapters

  • Stephen King 22.11.63

    His latest novel deals with time travel and an attempt to prevent the assassination of US President JF Kennedy.

    Duration: 06:07

  • Jean Cocteau

    One of the greats of the 20th Century arts scene, the artist, novelist, playwright and film-maker now has his own museum on the French Riviera.

    Duration: 05:35

  • I, Culture Orchestra

    A new orchestra brings together musicians from across Eastern European states to encourage cultural understanding.

    Duration: 05:46

Broadcasts

  • Tue 8 Nov 201122:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Wed 9 Nov 201102:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Wed 9 Nov 201109:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Wed 9 Nov 201113:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online