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Serialised book readings, featuring works from various genres

Serialised book readings, featuring works of non-fiction, biography, autobiography, travel, diaries, essays, humour and history

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Book of the Week: No Way Home: A Cuban Dancer's Story

Book of the Week: No Way Home: A Cuban Dancer's Story: Episode 5: The World Will Be Mine

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No Way Home: A Cuban Dancer's Story

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Episode 5: The World Will Be Mine

The World Will Be Mine

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Carlos becomes the first black principal to dance at Covent Garden.

Carlos Acosta represents Nureyev at the Royal Opera House, the first black principal to dance there. Concluded by Jot Davies.

Jot Davies reads from ballet superstar Carlos Acosta's enchanting and inspirational memoir.

5/5. The World Will Be Mine

Carlos represents Nureyev at the opening of the restored Royal Opera House and becomes the first black principal to dance at Covent Garden.

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Jot Davies reads from ballet superstar Carlos Acosta's enchanting and inspirational memoir

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