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Afternoon Play: The Glass Man

on BBC Radio 4 FM

A powerful drama documentary, written by Martin Sorrell , about a young man who believes his body is turning to glass. When Tim suddenly learns that he is adopted, his life falls apart and he develops a condition that was once known as the Glass Delusion. His journey into despair, and his family's attempts to help him, are woven through with interviews and music.
Interviews with writer Andrew Solomon , and with glassmakers Mark and Patricia Tranter
Music by Neil Sorrell ; Producer/Director Sara Davies

Contributors

Written By:
Martin Sorrell
Unknown:
Andrew Solomon
Unknown:
Patricia Tranter
Music By:
Neil Sorrell
Director:
Sara Davies
Tim:
Carl Prekopp
Rachel:
Saskla Reeves
Mother:
Barbara Flynn
Andrew:
Stephen Perring
jo:
Peter Clifford

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