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Beatrix Potter: A Life in Nature by Linda Lear

Lindsay Duncan reads a biography of the much-loved 20th century children's writer.

Radio 4 Extra,5 episodes

Episodes

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1. Beginnings
The family history and early years of beloved author, Beatrix Potter.
25 Dec 2006,15 mins
2. Peter and Jeremy
How the characters of Peter Rabbit and Jeremy Fisher came to be born.
26 Dec 2006,15 mins
3. The Lakes
Success and tragedy walk hand-in-hand for the creator of Peter Rabbit.
27 Dec 2006,15 mins
4. The Wedding
Beatrix finally feels like her own person and begins to establish a life in the country.
28 Dec 2006,15 mins
5. Old Age
Beatrix faces old age, world war and a legacy.
29 Dec 2006,15 mins