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Philip Pullman and Michael Rosen talk about language and writing

Philip Pullman and Michael Rosen talk in depth about language, writing and imagination. They share examples from their own work, discuss the books that influenced them and share who they think they are writing for. Produced by Beth O'Dea.

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28 minutes

Philip Pullman and Michael Rosen

Philip Pullman and Michael Rosen
The two authors in discussion at the studio recording

Broadcasts

  • Tue 13 Jan 2015 16:00
  • Mon 19 Jan 2015 23:00
  • Sat 11 Nov 2017 11:30
  • Sat 11 Nov 2017 21:30
  • Tue 19 May 2020 16:00

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