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Face to Face

Dame Edith Sitwell

Duration: 26 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC TelevisionLatest broadcast: on BBC History Channel

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Dame Edith Sitwell, the well known eccentric poet and personality, was John Freeman's guest. At 71, Dame Edith was true to form, answering his questions in a way only she could. And she dressed for the occasion - in a headdress she called her 'bird king's hat', an ermine jacket and huge rings on her fingers. (1959) Show less

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Interviewed Guest:
Dame Edith Sitwell
Presenter:
John Freeman
Producer:
Hugh Burnett

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