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Charles Dickens - A Life

Claire Tomalin's acclaimed biography of Britain's great novelist. Read by Penelope Wilton

Episode 5

5/5 Exploring the themes of adulation and farewells.

First broadcast: 02 Dec 2011

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Episode 4

4/5 A theatrical performance changes the course of his life.

First broadcast: 01 Dec 2011

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Episode 3

3/5 The novelist is well received in America.

First broadcast: 30 Nov 2011

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Episode 2

2/5 Early successes.

First broadcast: 29 Nov 2011

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Episode 1

1/5 A troubled childhood.

First broadcast: 28 Nov 2011

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Episode 5

5/5 Exploring the themes of adulation and farewells.

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Sat 3 Dec 2011 00:30 BBC Radio 4

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