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Pete McCarthy examines the work of Roger McGough, Brian Patten and Adrian Henri.

Pete McCarthy examines the work of Roger McGough, Brian Patten and Adrian Henri. Featuring George Melly. From February 2003.

In 1967, three young poets found fame and popularity with the publication of the anthology, The Mersey Sound. 

Pete McCarthy looks at the work of Roger McGough, Adrian Henri and Brian Patten. 

Featuring: 

*   Artist and critic, George Melly
*   Musician, Andy Roberts 
*   Writer, Phil Bowen 

Producer:  Bob Dickinson  

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2003.

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