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The Music Room by William Fiennes

Dan Stevens reads William Fiennes's account of his magical childhood in a moated castle in which he grew up with his severely epileptic older brother.

Radio 4,5 episodes

Episodes

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1. Diagnosis
As five-year old William fishes in the castle moat, his brother is not well....
13 Apr 2009,15 mins
2. Playground
Eight-year-old William finds a secret door. Richard suffers dark mood swings.
14 Apr 2009,15 mins
3. Swords and Cannonballs
A heron captivates Richard. Swords and cannonballs amuse nine-year-old William.
15 Apr 2009,15 mins
4. Problems
Richard's behaviour worsens, but there is pleasure to be found in stories.
16 Apr 2009,15 mins
5. Leaving
William prepares to leave home. Sadness is looming for Richard...
17 Apr 2009,15 mins