Following her parents' divorce, six-year-old Maisie finds herself at the centre of their bitter struggle. Stars Talia Barnett. Show more
Maisie forms a strong bond with her new governess but everything changes when she then meets Maisie's father. Stars Emma Naomi. Show more
Maisie has to make a difficult decision when her parents decide to pursue their own desires. Starring Andonis Anthony. Show more
With both parents remarried Maisie's confusion grows ever greater as she struggles to gain some stability. Stars Talia Barnett. Show more
Maisie travels to Paris with Sir Claude but when Mrs Beale arrives, she has to decide about her future. Starring Talia Barnett. Show more
Henry James
The Portrait of a Gentleman
57 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
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4 Extra Debut. A Venice dalliance with a young American woman inspires Henry James, but sparks tragedy. Stars Guy Paul and Katherine Kingsley. Show more
Henry James
The Aspern Papers
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 ExtraLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
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A literary editor tries to obtain letters and papers that a celebrated author sent to his mistress. Starring John Lynch. Show more
Henry James
The Turn of the Screw
57 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
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4 Extra Debut. A terrifying tale about a governess who protects two children against what she thinks are forces of evil. Stars John Lynch. Show more
Charlotte's marriage to Adam Verver allows her to stay close to her former lover the Prince Amerigo. Stars Nathalie Emmanuel. Show more
Maggie confronts her adulterous husband Prince Amerigo and everything changes. Stars Daisy Head and Luke Pasqualino. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Prince Amerigo’s intentions are upset as he meets Charlotte Stant once again. Story of passion and betrayal. With John Lynch. Show more
Henry James’ tale of a woman who travels to a house in Bly to become governess to two children. Could the house have other occupants? Show more
When American Heiress Milly Theale steps into her London society, Kate sees a way to marry Merton. Stars Jodie Comer. Show more
An unexpected inheritance allows Isabel her freedom, so she travels to Italy, where she meets Gilbert Osmond. Stars John Lynch. Show more
A millionaire, newly arrived in Paris, falls in love with an aristocrat whose family are shrouded in mystery. Stars John Lynch. Show more
When Claire’s mother and brother betray Newman most cruelly, he is intent on revenge. Starring Olivia Hallinan. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Isabel wants freedom to determine her own future above all but must break with conventions to do so. Stars Joanna Vanderham. Show more
Isabel's marriage to Osmond is not what she hoped or imagined but can she find a way out to save herself? Stars Joseph Millson. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Kate Croy loves Merton Densher; a poor writer, but risks losing a wealthy lifestyle if she marries him. Stars Aisling Loftus. Show more
Kate and Merton are deeply in love but can’t marry without money. Is the answer a job in New York? Stars Nico Mirallegro. Show more