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Mother Teresa

Great Lives Series 2

Comedian Bernard Manning assesses the achievements of Mother Teresa of Calcutta. With Humphrey Carpenter and biographer Anne Sebba. From October 2002.

Comedian Bernard Manning chooses Mother Theresa of Calcutta. With Humphrey Carpenter.

The biographical series in which a distinguished guest chooses someone who's inspired their life. Will their hero stand up to intensive scrutiny and merit the description of having led a great life? From October 2002.

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Fri 3 Oct 2014 01:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Thu 2 Oct 2014 18:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Fri 3 Oct 2014 01:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Great Lives

    Biographical series in which guests choose someone who has inspired their lives.