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Michael Frayn discusses satire in the first half and Oliver Howes discusses music in the second half; part 1

BROADCAST: 1962 | DURATION: 00:51:12

Synopsis

Michael Frayn reads from his book "At Bay in Gear Street" and how he approaches writing. Oliver Howes, a livery driver, talks about music, his middle class background, and his work;part 1.

Details

Broadcast Date
1962

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 60 min.) : 5 in.

Duration
51 minutes, 12 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Travel & Culture - United Kingdom Working, Labor, Economy Literature

People

Authors, Writers Workers

Tags

Frayne, Michael Howes, Oliver Humorists England England--Description and travel Audiotapes. Radio programs. WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) The Observer, London. Satire Patriotism British humor compared to American humor Written humor Livery car service Swinging London British youth

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