Michael Palin on the Robin
Tweet of the Day is a series of fascinating stories about our British birds inspired by their calls and songs.
A new series of Tweet of the Day for Sunday morning revealing personal and fascinating stories from some fresh voices who have been inspired by birds, their calls and encounters.
At this time of the year, the red-breasted robin is a familiar sight, not just in our gardens and countryside, but on cards, displays and decorations. Sir Michael Palin brings to Tweet of the Day a seasonal story of the robin. When did our love affair begin with this confiding bird? Sir Michael Palin explains the increased use of Christmas cards by Victorian Society went some way in securing the robin in our affections forever.
Producer : Andrew Dawes, 麻豆社 Audio, Bristol
Studio Engineer : Ilse Lademann
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