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Evelyn Waugh
John Freeman faced a difficult subject in Evelyn Waugh when he interviewed him in 1960. Waugh, author of Brideshead Revisited, was in characteristically obstructive frame of mind. The result is a rare glimpse into the life and temperament of one of the greatest novelists of this century.
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Thu 9 Apr 202622:05
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Evelyn Waugh on his mental illness
Duration: 02:17
BBC Four Talk Collection
This programme is part of Talk - a collection of interviews with some of the most influential figures of the 20th century.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Interviewed Guest | Evelyn Waugh |
| Presenter | John Freeman |
| Producer | Hugh Burnett |
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Series of interviews from the late 50s and early 60s with John Freeman.
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Talk
BBC interviews with influential 20th Century figures, curated by Sir Michael Parkinson.
