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Lispeth

New and classic tales that reveal the best and worst aspects of the British abroad. An Indian child brought up by a missionary couple plans to marry an English naturalist.

A witty tale by Rudyard Kipling, read by Rosalind Ayres.

An Indian child, brought up by a Missionary couple, becomes a strikingly beautiful, independent young woman. Her announcement that she will marry an English naturalist she has 'found' in the mountains results in some unexpected British behaviour.

Producer: Martin Jarvis
A Jarvis & Ayres Production for 大象传媒 Radio 4.

15 minutes

Last on

Sun 11 Jul 2010 00:30

Broadcasts

  • Wed 12 Nov 2008 15:30
  • Sun 11 Jul 2010 00:30