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Episode 8

Henry has issued a stern warning to Elsie that she has been stealing food from a dying man, but his bluff is called when he takes a turn for the worse and the doctor is summoned.

Robert Powell reads from the 1923 novel by Arnold Bennett about the poignant struggles of everyday London life.

Henry has issued a stern warning to Elsie that she has been stealing food from a dying man, but his bluff is called when he takes a turn for the worse and the doctor is summoned. Dr Raste declares that he will call for Henry the following morning to take him to the hospital.

A Waters Partnership production for 成人快手 Radio 4.

15 minutes

Last on

Wed 9 Dec 2009 22:45

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  • Wed 9 Dec 2009 22:45

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