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Radio 3,16 Jan 2015,15 mins

SeriesVenice Unravelled

Water Level

The Essay

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Writer Polly Coles reads Water Level, the last of her essays about some of the ways in which Venetians and others have adapted to live in 21st century Venice - one of the most beautiful cities in the world. In this edition, Polly explores the real Venice lived at water level by its boat-loving residents who row their sandolos and other craft far into the lagoon to escape the visitors. Written and performed by Polly Coles Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions.

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