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Christopher Douglas, one of the creators of Radio 4's Ed Reardon, goes back to the source Victorian novel by George Gissing. Show more
1 hour
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In a post-modern twist that would irritate Ed Reardon, Christopher Douglas plays Victorian novelist George Gissing. Show more
57 minutes
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Poet and activist John Milton began writing Paradise Lost in the 1650s. Michael Symmons Roberts' version of this epic poem is a gripping piece of storytelling for today. Show more
1 hour, 27 minutes
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Poet and activist John Milton began writing Paradise Lost in the 1650s. Michael Symmons Roberts' version of this epic poem is a gripping piece of storytelling for today. Show more
Thomas More's classic work of fiction and political philosophy, published in 1516. Dramatised by poet Michael Symmons Roberts. Show more
Charlotte’s excited to see George again and take things further, but his mother’s determined to keep them apart. Stars Ben Lamb. Show more
Charlotte arrives to an awkward reception at the Smith’s, displeased with their depiction in her new novel. Stars Claire Brown. Show more
After the death of her brother and sisters, Charlotte goes south to face the critics of her second novel. Stars Samantha Power. Show more
57 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
It’s 1959 and young Jim Maclaine has it all - but is he ready for the normal life mapped out for him? Starring Jack Gordon. Show more
Jim returns from China in triumph and is rewarded by being promoted to makeshift vice chancellor. But a rather shady educational company wants to do a deal with the university. Show more
45 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
By Eve Davies. Powerful drama about historical child abuse. Janine is a witness in a court case. Can she and her friend Mel persuade the jury their teacher abused them? Show more
Blood Money by Richard Monks. The second drama in the crime series Stone created by Danny Brocklehurst and starring Hugo Speer as DCI John Stone. Show more
The arrival of the handsome Adolphus Crosbie causes quite a stir at Allington, especially with Lily Dale, who lives at the Small House due to the benevolence of her rich uncle. Show more
Adolphus Crosbie is determined to enjoy all the pleasures of high society, including the attentions of Lady Alexandrina, during his stay at Courcy Castle. Show more
Crosbie begins to understand what he’s marrying into as preparations for his wedding move apace. Stars Scarlett Alice Johnston. From January 2015. Show more
In response to Shakespeare's Sonnet 29, Tom Wells's drama about a waiter who arrives late to the restaurant where he works, finding his boss in a bad mood. Reader: Maxine Peake. Show more
4 Extra Debut. True story of the 1665-66 Plague in the Derbyshire village of Eyam. A new young Rector battles for authority. Stars Al Weaver. Show more
Emmy's sister, Sarah has died, and the secret is out in the village. The true story of the Eyam plague in 1665. Stars Al Weaver. Show more
Villagers try to flee the plague, but Stanley tries to persuade them to stay. Emmy loses more of her family. Stars David Calder. Show more
William and Catherine have taken fever stricken Emma into the rectory. The true story of Eyam plague in 1665. Stars Al Weaver. Show more
