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Piers Plowright goes for a drive with his two daughters in a Morris Minor.

Piers Plowright goes for a drive with his two daughters in a Morris Minor, the same model and vintage as the one he owned between 1968 and 1990.

Broadcaster Piers Plowright explores five sound-worlds - some from far back in his life and some more recent - which still resonate with him.

In this third episode, Piers goes for a drive with his two daughters in a Morris Minor, the same model and vintage as the one he owned between 1968 and 1990. As his only car, he discovers just what made it so special when the family was growing up.

Produced by Alan Hall
A Falling Tree production for BBC Radio 4.

Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

Piers Plowright revisits sounds from his life that resonate with him still

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