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World Service,14 Apr 2003,22 mins

Waugh and Ethiopia

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In 1930 Waugh witnessed the coronation of Haile Selaisse in Ethiopia. A look at the influence of this on Waugh’s political beliefs and satirical writing. With contributions from Selaisse’s deputy prime minister, plus Lord Deedes and Professor Richard Pankhurst.

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