Notes from a Small Island  | Episode 4

Based on Notes from a Small Island  by Bill Bryson

The American author recalls getting soaked on a trip to the Somerset seaside and being pestered by a passenger on the way back.

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  • Type: Adaptation
  • Channel: BBC Radio 4
  • Duration: 14'07''
  • Broadcast date: 1996
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UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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Other Archive resources
Notes from a Small Island  | BBC Radio 4 | 1996

Notes from a Small Island  | Episode 5

Soaking up culture in Scotland - and heading to a pub. Bill Bryson concludes his sentimental journey around Britain.
Notes from a Small Island  | BBC Radio 4 | 1996

Notes from a Small Island  | Episode 3

The American writer muses on maps, socks and castles.