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Ian Hislop next to a statue of Robert Baden-Powell
  IAN HISLOP'S SCOUTING FOR BOYS

In this entertaining and affectionate film, Ian Hislop uncovers the story behind the book which kick-started the Scout movement.

Robert Baden-Powell's Scouting for Boys, published 1908, may be largely forgotten today but was one of the best-selling books of the 20th century. A seemingly idiosyncratic read, it was also radical for its time, addressing modern issues such as citizenship, disaffected youth and social responsibility.

 
 

As well as an interview with Baden-Powell's grandson, the documentary features contributions from the Minister for Culture David Lammy, Baden-Powell biographer Tim Jeal, and the editor of the recent re-issue of the original Scouting for Boys, Elleke Boehmer.

 
 
 
THE EDWARDIANS
Highlights from BBC Four's extensive season
The Edwardians (Jessie Wallace as Marie Lloyd)
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