Fantastic Journeys

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Fantastic Journeys: The Door in the Wall by HG Wells

The Door in the Wall, by HG Wells

The Door in the Wall by HG Wells

BBC Radio 4 Extra - Fantastic Journeys, The Door in the Wall by HG Wells

Is a daydreamer brave enough to turn his back on the world he knows for a better life?

Is daydreamer Lionel Wallace brave enough to turn his back on the world he knows for a better life? Read by Anton Lesser.

Daydreamer Lionel Wallace’s encounters with an unlocked door as a young child continue to prey on his mind as an adult. 

At different times in his life, the door temptingly reappears.  

But when a golden opportunity arrives, is Lionel brave enough to turn his back on the world he knows for a better life?

Anton Lesser reads HG Wells's story.

Some of the best sci-fi/fantasy writers in a series of fantastic journeys featuring flights of fancy, time travel, magical transporters and alternate realities. 

Abridged and produced by Gemma Jenkins.

Made for BBC Radio 7 and first broadcast in February 2009.

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