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Book of the Week

City of Thorns

Episode 1

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

In the desert of northern Kenya, close to the Somali border, where only thorn bushes grow, is a city of half a million people. Why are they there, and how can they leave? Show more

Book of the Week

City of Thorns

Episode 2

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

Seventeen-year-old Guled has been kidnapped by al-Shabaab. He fears for his life but is also worried about Maryam, who is waiting for him on the outskirts of Mogadishu. Show more

Book of the Week

City of Thorns

Episode 3

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

The camps have their own 'grey' economy, a hustling marketplace and a ready supply of men, desperate to find a job and to earn a little cash in order to supplement their rations. Show more

Book of the Week

City of Thorns

Episode 5

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

Monday and Muna find their child, Christine, is being attacked by embittered Somali clan members. Guled threatens to make the long journey to Italy. Show more

Start the Week

Migration and Citizenship

Duration: 43 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

Available for over a year

Andrew Marr discusses citizenship with Thom Brooks, Daniel Hannan, Frances Stonor Saunders and Ben Rawlence. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Andrew Marr
Interviewed Guest:
Thom Brooks
Interviewed Guest:
Daniel Hannan
Interviewed Guest:
Frances Stonor Saunders
Interviewed Guest:
Ben Rawlence
Producer:
Katy Hickman