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The writer is recruited by Britain's Secret Service. Based on William Somerset Maugham's own experiences read by Alex Jennings.

Ashenden, a writer by profession, has returned from the First World War and is approached by a colonel who offers him a position in the Secret Service.

Ashenden is perfect due to his profession and his knowledge of many European languages. He's despatched to Geneva the next day with the warning that "if he does well, he'll get no thanks, and if he gets into trouble, he'll get no help".

A series of short stories based on William Somerset Maugham's own First World War experiences

Read by Alex Jennings

Abridged by Neville Teller

Producer: Eoin O'Callaghan

Made for 大象传媒 Radio 7 and first broadcast in 2007.

30 minutes

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Tue 18 Aug 2015 01:00
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