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Still Lives by Jon McGregor

A series of short stories from the acclaimed author Jon McGregor, each exploring a classical still life image in art, through which powerful and heart-rending stories emerge.

Radio 4,5 episodes

Episodes

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1: Still Life with Fruit
Penelope Wilton begins a series of stories taking their inspiration from still life images
16 Sep 2024,14 mins
2: Still Life with Coffee Pot
Hattie Morahan continues a new series taking its inspiration from still life images.
17 Sep 2024,14 mins
3: Still Life with Open Door
Monica Dolan continues Jon McGregor's series taking inspiration from still life images.
18 Sep 2024,14 mins
4: Still Life with Cheeses
Dermot Crowley continues a new series taking inspiration from classic still life images.
19 Sep 2024,14 mins
5: Still Lives with Paintbrushes
The next in a series of powerful stories taking inspiration from classic still life images
20 Sep 2024,14 mins