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4 Extra Debut. Robert has a sudden and unexpected fall in the street, resulting in a head injury. Acclaimed memoir read by Nicky Henson. Show more
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Robert reflects on how his approach to life and death changed after suffering a stroke at a young age. Read by Nicky Henson. Show more
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Robert reflects life and death with a neurosurgeon and Clive James, who was staring death in the face. Read by Nicky Henson. Show more
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Robert McCrum tries to come to terms with the impending decline of close friends, and himself. Read by Nicky Henson. Show more
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Despite thoughts of decline and death, Robert finds new hope through a new love. Acclaimed memoir concluded by Nicky Henson. Show more
