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Damian Barr - Maggie and Me

Episode 3

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

Powerful 1980s memoir written and read by Damian Barr.

It's 1987 and Damian Barr is eleven years old. He's terrified of the AIDS epidemic, and he's sure it's coming to get him. Secondary school is a harsh place for a young gay boy on free school dinners. As his chaotic home life escalates he attempts to hide from his sexuality, and turns to the escape offered by his friend Heather's calm home.

Written and read by Damian Barr.
Abridged by Sian Preece

Producer: Allegra McIlroy. Show less

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