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4. 1945 to 1948: Poetry, prose and religion
Episode 4 of 5
Catholicism and the Church of England, Evelyn Waugh and Nancy Mitford - more musings from the poet. Read by Michael Williams.
Catholicism and the Church of England, Evelyn Waugh and Nancy Mitford - more musings from the poet.
A selection from the first volume of John Betjeman's letters.
From lively university days, an initial shaky start to his career, to love, literature, architecture, religion and the war.
Written between 1945 to 1948 - poetry, prose and religion.
Read by Michael Williams.
Abridged by Andrew Simpson.
Producer Marion Nancarrow.
First broadcast on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 in September 1995.
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Fri 21 Mar 2025
03:30
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