2. Defiance

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Having inherited a fortune on her 21st birthday, Anna Tellwright begins to gain independence and freedom. But on her return from an eventful holiday with the Suttons and Henry Mynors, her joy is marred by some shocking news about one of her tenant's Titus Price. Anna's growing concern for his son William leads her to a defiant act that threatens everything. Starring Charlotte Riley. Conclusion of Arnold Bennett's powerful story of love, tyranny and rebellion. Set against the vitality and harshness of life in the Staffordshire Potteries in the late 19th century. Dramatised by Helen Edmundson. Anna.....Charlotte Riley Tellwright.....David Schofield Young Agnes.....Emilia Harker William Price.....Michael Socha Henry Mynors.....Lee Williams Beatrice/Older Agnes.....Rosina Carbone Mrs Sutton.....Olwen May Mr Sutton/Coroner.....Jonathan Keeble Sarah Vodrey.....Jacqueline Redgwell Director: Nadia Molinari First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in March 2011.