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Radio 4 Extra,17 Nov 2021,60 mins

3. And So, To The Sea...

Down by the River

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Writer Laura Barton concludes her exploration of the rivers of Britain to discover how they've shaped our stories and lives. Flowing through the BBC Radio archives, with brand new interviews, Laura follows these rivers closely to hear the tales they have to share. Featuring: * WEDDING RITES by Retta Bowen Read by Emma Fielding. * TARKA THE OTTER by Henry Williamson 1/5 Little Water Wanderer The start of an eventful cubhood in the Devon countryside, as seen through the young otter's eyes. Read by Nicholas Farrell. (BBC Radio 4 – 2002) Producer: Luke Doran Made for BBC Radio 4 Extra and first broadcast in June 2020.

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