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Charles Dickens

The Personal History of David Copperfield

1. I Fall Into Disgrace

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 7Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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The idyllic childhood of a young boy is shattered when his widowed mother remarries. Stars Miriam Margolyes and John Moffatt. Show more

Contributors

David Copperfield:
Gary Cady
Betsey Trotwood:
Miriam Margolyes
David's Mother:
Susan Sheridan
Mr Murdstone:
John Moffatt
Ham Peggotty:
Timothy Spall
Mrs Gummidge:
Mary Wimbush
Mr Micawber:
Harold Innocent

Charles Dickens

The Personal History of David Copperfield

7. Wickfield and Heep

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 7Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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David takes a job with his old headmaster, and Dora is feeling worried. Stars Phil Daniels, Gary Cady and Joanna Myers. Show more

Charles Dickens

The Personal History of David Copperfield

8. Mischief

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 7Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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As Dora continues to struggle, David receives news about Emily. Stars Miriam Margolyes, Sheila Hancock and Phil Daniels. Show more

Charles Dickens

The Personal History of David Copperfield

2. I Begin Life On My Own Account

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 7Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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The boy's new life at boarding school brings both friendship and hardship. Stars Sheila Hancock, Timothy Spall and Gary Cady. Show more

Charles Dickens

The Personal History of David Copperfield

4. The Question of My Future

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 7Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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David and Steerforth's trip to Yarmouth has unforeseen consequences. Stars Miriam Margolyes, Gary Cady and Timothy Spall. Show more

Charles Dickens

The Personal History of David Copperfield

3. Betsey Trotwood

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 7Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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The boy flees London in search of his only living relative. Stars Miriam Margolyes, David Bamber and Gary Cady. Show more

Charles Dickens

The Personal History of David Copperfield

5. Good and Bad Angels

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 7Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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David falls in love, and questions his friendship with Steerforth. Stars Miriam Margolyes, Sheila Hancock and Phil Daniels. Show more

Charles Dickens

The Personal History of David Copperfield

6. The Beginning of a Long Journey

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 7Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Emily runs away with Steerforth, and David makes a proposal. Stars Timothy Spall, Joanna Myers and Phil Daniels. Show more

Charles Dickens

The Personal History of David Copperfield

9. My Beloved Dora

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 7Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Mr Micawber confides in David about Uriah Heep, and Dora's health causes concern. Stars Phil Daniels and Sheila Hancock. Show more

Charles Dickens

The Personal History of David Copperfield

10. I Have Loved You All My Life

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 7Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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As tragedy strikes, David is forced to contemplate his future. Stars Miriam Margolyes, Sheila Hancock and Gary Cady. Show more