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Series exploring the work of philosopher, writer and feminist Mary Wollstonecraft.

Danish-born comedian, writer and broadcaster Sandi Toksvig explains her admiration for Wollstonecraft's book Letters Written in Sweden, Norway and Denmark.

Reader: Tessa Nicholson.

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Fri 27 Nov 2009 23:00

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