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Hans Christian Andersen

BBC Proms 2015, Proms Extra

Ian McMillan considers the work and legacy of Hans Christian Andersen with Danish-born historian and lecturer Lars Tharp and writer on children's literature Julia Eccleshare.

Why has Denmark played such a significant role in shaping modern ideas about childhood? The Danish-born historian and lecturer Lars Tharp and the writer on children's literature Julia Eccleshare explore the work and legacy of Hans Christian Andersen with Ian McMillan.

Recorded in front of an audience at the Royal College of Music.

20 minutes

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Thu 20 Aug 2015 20:35
BBC Radio 3

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