Great Welsh Writers | Vernon Watkins

A portrait of Vernon Watkins, Welsh poet and close friend of Dylan Thomas. Featuring archive of Watkins that has remained unseen for over 40 years.

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  • Type: Analysis
  • Channel: BBC One
  • Duration: 29'13''
  • Broadcast date: 2014
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