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5. Staving Off Suitors

As her bemused community looks on, Alex does her best to stave off the attention of several suitors. Read by Rosalind Sydney.

Much to the bemusement of her family and community, Alex does her best to stave off the attention of several eligible young men.

Delightful tale of a small community hovering between two eras.

Written by Jane and Mary Findlater - the sisters known as the 'Scottish Brontes'.

Originally published in 1908.

Abridged by Clara Glynn.

Read by Rosalind Sydney.

Producer: Eilidh McCreadie

First broadcast on Â鶹ÊÓƵAV Radio 4 in April 2020.

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14 minutes

Last on

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