Novelist Julian Barnes and biographer Hermione Lee conclude their exploration of Le Grand Meaulnes by researching the inspiration behind its female characters. The presenters recount Fournier's youthful infatuation with a Parisian woman, and how she was later reimagined as Yvonne de Galais in the novel, and also examine how a stay in London influenced the writer. Readings by Philip Franks from a translation by Frank Davison.
Imprint: BBC Digital Audio
Published: 01/10/2012
ISBN: 9781471387128
RRP: £3.00