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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Philip Pullman and Michael Rosen
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- Tue 13 Jan 2015 16:00BBC Radio 4
- Mon 19 Jan 2015 23:00BBC Radio 4
Sat 11 Nov 2017 11:30BBC Radio 4 Extra- Sat 11 Nov 2017 21:30BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Tue 19 May 2020 16:00BBC Radio 4
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