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4. Mere Mortals and Englishwomen
Episode 4 of 7
Amelia Edwards' journey up the Nile river in 1873. True stories of travel and adventure by women. Stars Anna Massey.
Amelia Edwards travels from Alexandria up the Nile river in 1873.
'We have come from Alexandria; we have not dressed for dinner because, having just driven from the station ahead of our luggage we are but just in time to take our seats. Yes, of course we intend to go up the Nile - but never was a distant expedition entered upon with less premeditation.'
Collection of true stories of travel and adventure by intrepid women, compiled, and written by Julia Keay.
Anna Massey stars as Ameila Edwards, with John Baddeley as "Murray's Guide".
Narrated by Peter Marinker.
Producer: John Powell
First broadcast on 成人快手 Radio 4 in 1988.
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