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After the death of his friend, Richardson cuts himself off from the group and their familiar surroundings.

But while out walking one day he comes across a figure he recognises...

HE Bates's semi-autobiographical novel, first published in 1952.

Omnibus of the last five of ten parts.

Dramatised by Vivienne Allen.

Older Richardson …… Tim Pigott-Smith
Richardson …… Jordan Frieda
Lydia …… Juliet Aubrey
Tom …… Jamie Bamber
Nancy …… Clare Corbett
McKechnie …… Tom Mannion.

Director: Tracey Neale

First broadcast on ´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 4 in November 2004.