The Old Wives' Tale

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Arnold Bennett's tale of two sisters in a small provincial town, who are divided when one elopes to Paris with an unscrupulous adventurer, while the other stays at home to raise an unruly son

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Latest Episodes

  • Season 1 Episode 15: Endings

    Sophia's visit to her dying husband sets in motion a chain of events which lead to her own demise, leaving Constance all alone. Final part of Arnold Bennett's tale, starring Marcia Warren, Penelope Wilton and Jim Pyke. Broadcast earlier as part of Woman's Hour

  • Season 1 Episode 14: Hotel Life

    Sophia persuades Constance to go on holiday with her to Buxton, but on their return they are greeted by alarming news about Gerald. Arnold Bennett's tale of two sisters in a small provincial town, starring Penelope Wilton. Broadcast earlier as part of Woman's Hour

  • Season 1 Episode 13: The Meeting

    By Arnold Bennett. Constance and Sophia are at last reunited, but Sophia soon feels stifled to be back in Bursley. Broadcast earlier as part of Woman's Hour

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