' Memory should not rust for want of tending. Curiosity, zest, memory, a perpetual search for experience, a perpetual delight in people, books, trees. flowers, music. Hoc erat in votis. This was in my prayers, and it has been granted to me.'
BENNY GREEN introduces recordings of Sir Compton Mackenzie and, along with excerpts from his writings and some of his favourite music, draws a portrait of this much-loved novelist. Producer JOHN KNIGHT