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The Pillow Book

Series 11

Episode 3

Duration: 15 minutes

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

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Robert Forrest's popular thriller set in 10th century Japan.

The Empress Teishi is gravely ill following the delivery of her daughter. Flouting all convention and etiquette, the Emperor enters the Empress's chamber to be with his beloved.

The Pillow Book is inspired by the writings of Sei Shonagon, a poet and lady-in-waiting to the Empress of the 10th Century Japanese court.

Written by Robert Forrest.

Directed by Lu Kemp.

A BBC Scotland Production for Radio 4. Show less

Contributors

Shonagon:
Ruth Gemmell
Yukinari:
Cal MacAninch
The Emperor:
Paul Ready
Empress Teishi:
Laura Rees
Director:
Lu Kemp

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