Richard's behaviour becomes increasingly problematic, but Hilaire Belloc's Cautionary Tales gives him and his family an unexpected moment of pleasure. Read by Dan Stevens. Show more

Eight-year-old William finds a secret door in the attic. Richard suffers dark mood swings, but enjoys pipe smoking. Read by Dan Stevens. Show more

4 Extra Debut. While five-year old William fishes in the castle moat, his older brother's seizures are diagnosed as severe epilepsy. Memoir read by Dan Stevens. Show more

William, now 17, prepares to leave home. Richard enjoys holidays with his parents and his days find a more even keel, but sadness looms. Read by Dan Stevens. Show more

A heron captivates Richard in a furious black mood. Swords and cannonballs amuse nine-year-old William. Read by Dan Stevens. Show more