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2. Beyond the Enchanted Places

Episode 2 of 3

Paul Vaughan discusses the back story of Pooh Bear with Marina Warner and Julia Eccleshare. From 2003.

Some of the most enduring characters in English children's literature are bears.

Paul Vaughan explores the stories behind their stories - and the hidden messages that bears can carry.

He continues with the behind-the-scenes creation of AA Milne's Pooh Bear, whose stories appeal across the generations.

With:

Julia Eccleshare
Marina Warner
Ann Thwaite
Zookeeper - Ray Charter

Extracts of 'A Bear Called Paddington' are read by Jonathan Keeble.

Producer Beaty Rubens

First broadcast on 成人快手 Radio 4 in December 2003.

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15 minutes

Last on

Christmas Eve 2024 09:30

Broadcast

  • Christmas Eve 2024 09:30