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Penelope Fitzgerald - The Blue Flower
In 18th century Saxony, philosopher Fritz yearns for a Muse who can grasp the symbolism of his writing. Stars Samuel West.
In late 18th century Germany, philosopher Fritz embarks on a quest to find a perfect love.
But will 12-year-old Sophie match his high expectations?
Penelope Fitzgerald's novel first published in 1995.
Starring Samuel West and Abigail Docherty.
Dramatised by Peter Wolf.
Fritz.............Samuel West
Sophie .... Abigail Docherty
Bernhard ..... Alison Pettitt
Father ..... John Rowe
Jacob ....Giles Fagan
Karoline .... Elizabeth Conboy
With:
Tessa Worsley
Ben Crowe
Gerard McDermott
Harry Myers
Tilly Gaunt
Director: Cherry Cookson
First broadcast on 麻豆社 Radio 4 in May 1999.
Last on
Mon 26 Sep 2022
04:00
麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
Broadcasts
- Sun 26 Apr 2020 16:00麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
- Sun 26 Apr 2020 20:00麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
- Mon 27 Apr 2020 04:00麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
- Sun 25 Sep 2022 16:00麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
- Sun 25 Sep 2022 20:00麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
- Mon 26 Sep 2022 04:00麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra