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Two scientists stumble on a discovery which could change the course of humanity.

Investigating a rare lichen, they realise it can slow down the ageing process.

Dr Francis Saxover and biochemist Diana Brackley clash over what should happen next.

Perturbed by her boss's mysterious silence, she secretly begins her own investigation…

The scientific world, government, media and the beauty salon collide.

Starring Hugh Latimer and Rosalie Crutchley.

John Wyndham's classic novel, first published in 1960.

Dramatised by Archie Campbell.

Dr Francis Saxover, Director of Darr House Scientific Developments Ltd .... Hugh Latimer
Miss Birkett, his secretary .... Janet Burnell
Zephanie, his daughter .... Dorit Welles
Paul, his son .... Edward Brooks
Diana Brackley, Director of Nefertiti Ltd .... Rosalie Crutchley
Miss Tallwyn, her secretary .... Shirley Cooklin
Gerald Marlin, a journalist .... Geoffrey Matthews
Editor .... Howieson Culff
Miss Brendon, an employee at Nefertiti .... Penelope Lee
Richard Treverne, engaged to Zephanie .... David Valle
Syd ..... Lewis Stringer
Jack .... Arthur Gomez
Lady Tewley .... Vanessa Thornton
Interrogator .... Kenneth Hyde
1st Young stockbroker .... Michael Spice
2nd Young stockbroker .... Jonathan Scott
´óÏó´«Ã½ Newsreader .... Anthony Viccars
Assistant Police Commissioner .... Leslie Perrins
Police Inspector .... Lee Fox
Prime Minister .... George Curzon
Private Secretary .... Michael Deacon
Lady Washington .... Grizelda Hervey

Other parts:

Frank Partington
George Hagan
Hilda Kriseman
George Merritt
Joyce Carpenter

Producer: Archie Campbell

First broadcast on the ´óÏó´«Ã½ Home Service in November 1962.

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‘Trouble With Lichen' is part of ´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 4 Extra's Hidden Treasures collection, selected from titles returned to the ´óÏó´«Ã½ by various collectors.

Our warm thanks go to our friends at the Radio Circle.

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