Beyond the Enchanted Places

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Some of the most enduring characters in English children's literature are bears. Paul Vaughan examines the stories behind their stories - and the hidden messages that bears can carry. He explores behind-the-scenes and looks at the creation of AA Milne's Pooh Bear, whose stories appeal across the generations. With: Julia Eccleshare Marina Warner Ann Thwaite Zookeeper - Ray Charter Extracts from Pooh stories are read by Jonathan Keeble. Producer: Beaty Rubens First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in December 2003.