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Plantagenet

AuthorMike Walker

NarratorWarner David

Duration2h 50m

CategoriesAdult Fiction, Plays and Dramatisations

PublisherAudio Go Ltd

VersionUnabridged

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A collection of three plays by Mike Walker, inspired by Holinshed's Chronicles, about the early years of the Plantagenet dynasty. The series was originally broadcast on Radio 4 in the "Classic Serial" slots on 14, 21 and 28 February 2010. What is a Man?-The first of the House of Anjou to be king of England, Henry II's long reign was finally beset by conflict with his sons. Lionheart-Prince Richard has become heir apparent, but in the face of Henry II's refusal to acknowledge his position, he turns to the Crusades. John, by the Grace of God-The fourth son of Henry II never expected to succeed to the English throne. When he does, he reveals a talent for making enemies. Starring David Warner, Jane Lapotaire, Ed Stoppard, Joseph Cohen-Cole and Neil Stuke. Directed by Jeremy Mortimer.

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