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Episode 14

Alex Jennings reads from Flaubert's novel, set amid the turbulence and glamour of mid-19th century Parisian high society.

Frederic is torn between the demands of two women but is still prepared to sacrifice everything for a third, Mme Arnoux.

15 minutes

Last on

Thu 23 Oct 2008 22:45

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  • Thu 23 Oct 2008 22:45

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