A Room with a View (2008) | Episode 4

Based on A Room with a View by E.M. Forster

Having witnessed a murder, Lucy finds herself the centre of attention. However, her mind is on other things.

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Content
  • Type: Book Reading
  • Channel: BBC Radio 4
  • Duration: 13'41''
  • Broadcast date: 2008
Usage

UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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