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Children's literature

Author and critic Antonia Byatt explores writing for children before the First World War

Author and critic Antonia Byatt explores writing for children before the First World War. French political scientist Dominique Moisi argues it is possible to analyse different parts of world according to their levels of confidence. Russian-born conductor Semyon Bychkov draws parallels between the way musical notes are arranged and workings of human society.

Presented by Bridget Kendall.

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Do you think political or business leaders need to be charismatic? Or do you prefer highly competent but somewhat stern people?

Do you think political or business leaders need to be charismatic? Or do you prefer highly competent but somewhat stern people?

We鈥檇 love to hear your views on charm and charisma for a future Forum.

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