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Words

Four stories drawn from around England, celebrating the power of words - from rescued love letters, to old age poetry writing.

Presented and produced by Becca Bryers.

Four stories drawn from across England, celebrating the power of words. Featuring the World War II letters sent to Gilbert, from his lover - the mysterious "G". Ninety-seven-year-old Maurice Rutherford is gaining an online following, with his poems reflecting on love and older age (among other things!) Plus, Mansfield's former town crier explains the importance of the role in medieval times. And poet Hollie McNish reflects on the confusion and embarrassment that can come from a difference in regional dialect.

Presented and produced by Becca Bryers.

With contributions from:
Genevieve Tudor and Allan Price at 大象传媒 Radio Shropshire
Dominic King at 大象传媒 Radio Kent
Pip Watts at 大象传媒 Radio Nottingham

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