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Chicken Inspector No 23 - The Story of SJ Perelman

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Woody Allen profiles the comic genius of humorist and writer SJ Perelman, who virtually defined a style of erudite New York humour associated with the The New Yorker magazine. With contributions from such as Bill Zinsser , Prudence Crowther, Roger Angell , Harold Evans and Denis Norden. Plus readings from Perelman's work and archive of Perelman himself. Written by Michael Pointon. Producer Neil Rosser

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Woody Allen
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Bill Zinsser
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Roger Angell
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Harold Evans
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Denis Norden.
Written By:
Michael Pointon.
Producer:
Neil Rosser
Source: Radio Times

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