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Episode 8

Episode 8 of 10

Four more years have passed, and Professor Beard is travelling to New Mexico for the launch of his new solar energy plant. But his plans - and his personal life - begin to unravel.

Hugh Bonneville reads from Ian McEwan's new novel.

Four more years have passed, and Professor Beard is travelling to New Mexico for the launch of his new solar energy plant. But his plans - and his personal life - begin to unravel.

Abridged by Barry Johnston.

A Heavy Entertainment production for 大象传媒 Radio 4.

15 minutes

Last on

Wed 24 Mar 2010 22:45

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  • Wed 24 Mar 2010 22:45

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