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The Snowman

From pagan times to contemporary creations – a look at the myths and history surrounding the figure of the snowman. From 2000.

The Snowman is the sand castle of an inclement season, the winter equivalent of the scarecrow, and the jolliest of the folk-figure creations.

From pagan times to contemporary snowmen, there are factual and mythical accounts of this cheery winter character ... as well as evidence of the existence of snowwomen...

Producer: Alison Quinn

First broadcast on ´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 4 in December 2000.

15 minutes

Last on

Fri 27 Dec 2024 09:30

Broadcasts

  • Sun 21 Dec 2014 07:15
  • Sun 21 Dec 2014 13:15
  • Christmas Eve 2017 15:45
  • Christmas Day 2017 03:45
  • Fri 27 Dec 2019 14:15
  • Sat 28 Dec 2019 02:15
  • Fri 27 Dec 2024 09:30