by MARY WEBB , dramatised for radio in three parts by MICHELENE WANDOR, with Miriam Margolyes as Pru Terry Molloy as Gideon Peter Davidson as Kester Penelope Lee as Mrs Sarn 2: Raising
Venus Pru and Gideon's hard work on the farm promises a good yield of corn, a step towards Gideon's desire for wealth. But Pru finds herself increasingly disturbed by her brother's single-mindedness and aware of the presence of the weaver. Kester Woodseaves , in her thoughts.
Traditional folk music sung and played by SUE HARRIS, JOHN KIRKPATRICK and ANN WELLER. Directed by VANESSA WHITBURN BBC Birmingham
(Repeated: Tues 3.2 pm)