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The Backward Son by Stephen Spender , adapted from the poet's first novel by his sister-in-law Pauline Spender. The story, loosely based on Spender's own childhood, charts the life of young
Geoffrey, his bewildering family, and the rigours of a minor public school.
Introducted by the author.
Director Richard Wortley

Contributors

Unknown:
Stephen Spender
Unknown:
Pauline Spender.
Director:
Richard Wortley
Geoffrey, as an adult:
David Learner
Geoffrey,as a child:
Simon Kantor
Mr Brand:
Jonathan Adams
Mrs Brand:
Kate Binchy
Mr Leather:
Eric Allan
Hilary:
Henry Power
Christopher:
Patrick Rosenfeld
Palmer:
Jamie de Courcey
Hilda:
Melanie Hudson
Laughton:
Leo Conville
Fallow:
Gary King
Mrs Leather:
Ann Windsor
Miss Higgins:
Melinda Walker
Mrs Harding:
Joanna Wake
Source: Radio Times

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