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Dorothy L Sayers - Montague Egg

Dorothy L Sayers - Montague Egg: Episode 2: The Poisoned Dow '08

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Episode 2: The Poisoned Dow '08

The Poisoned Dow '08

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When Montague Egg calls on a client, he finds himself embroiled in a murder case.

Made for 4 Extra. When Montague Egg makes a routine call on a client, he finds himself embroiled in a murder case. Read by Nigel Planer.

Montague Egg, travelling salesman for Plummet and Rose, Wines and Spirits, Piccadilly, is another little-known sleuth. The creation of Dorothy L Sayers, 'Monty-on-the-Spot' just happens to be in the wrong place at the right time and becomes embroiled in police investigations in Murder at Pentecost and The Poisoned Dow '08. 

Chirpy in manner and eager to please, Monty uses his working-class wits and experience to solve the cases that are baffling the professionals. A complete contrast from Sayers' more famous literary character, Lord Peter Wimsey, Monty is fond of quoting maxims from The Salesman's Handbook, his favourite publication. "A cheerful voice and cheerful look put orders in the order-book."

Reader:  Nigel Planer
Abridger:  Libby Spurrier
Producer: Jo Green
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