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Literary discussions with Ernest Hemingway, battling with post-war tension and a lack of focus. Gertrude has clear advice for the young writer. Show more
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An invitation for Gertrude to give a lecture at Cambridge University arrives from Edith Sitwell. Can she be persuaded to make the journey from Paris? Show more
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Gertrude is mourning artist Juan Gris and Alice is preparing a lunch to amuse Pablo Picasso amid discussion about art and the imminent arrival of a puppy. Show more
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Gertrude and Alice set off to explore Europe in their new car and find their dream house to rent. The only obstacle is that it already has a tenant. Show more
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Gertrude is frustrated and angry about repeated rejections from publishers and Alice is deciding which dish to cook for a young photographer called Man Ray. Show more
