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Inglorious Isolation: A European's History of Britain

Five continental Europeans present personal views of the history of Britain's relationship with their home country.

Radio 4,5 episodes

Episodes

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Scandinavia
Danish author Dorthe Nors gives her view of the British from across the North Sea.
08 Apr 2016,15 mins
Spain
Mexican-Spanish author Laia Jufresa on the history of Britain from her global perspective.
07 Apr 2016,15 mins
Germany
German-born scientist Uta Frith gives her take on the history of Britain.
06 Apr 2016,15 mins
France
Catherine Guilyardi's take on the history of Britain, as seen from her home in France.
05 Apr 2016,15 mins
Italy
Architect Francesco da Mosto's take on Britain, as seen from his home in Italy.
04 Apr 2016,15 mins