A Better Class of Person

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A Better Class of Person by John Osborne

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Playwright John Osborne's theatrical aspirations.

The playwright recalls his theatrical aspirations being boosted by a resemblance to Rex Harrison. Read by Peter Egan.

John Osborne recalls his theatrical aspirations being boosted by a resemblance to Rex Harrison.  

Highly acclaimed first volume of the playwright's autobiography - covering 1929 to 1956 when 'Look Back in Anger' was first performed.

Read by Peter Egan.

Abridger/Producer: Glyn Dearman

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in January 1994.

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Autobiography of dramatist John Osborne, based on his childhood and early life.

Autobiography of dramatist John Osborne, based on his childhood and early life and published in 1981. Read by Peter Egan.

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