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2. Healthy, Brunette, Rosy Cheeks

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Following the death of Jane Austen鈥檚 father in 1805, the family move to Chawton Cottage. Presented by Derek Parker.

Following the death of Jane Austen's father in 1805, the family move to Chawton Cottage in Hampshire.

Derek Parker's series is based on James Austen-Leigh's memoirs of his famous aunt.

It's the only account we have by somebody who actually knew her.

With:

Paul Rogers as James Austen-Leigh
Joanna David as Jane Austen.

Producer: John Knight

First broadcast on 麻豆社 Radio 4 in 1991.

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20 minutes

Last on

Wed 10 Dec 2025 00:30

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