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2. Revenge

Episode 2 of 5

After a revelation by the Phoenix, the children decide to take some revenge on the cook. Read by Patricia Hodge.

The children have witnessed the arrival of the Phoenix.

Now he reveals they have a magic carpet on their floor.

But the cook is not happy....

E Nesbit's fantasy novel of magical adventures.

Abridged by Penny Leicester.

Read by Patricia Hodge

Producer: Marion Nancarrow

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in March 1994.

13 days left to listen

15 minutes

Last on

Wed 29 Jul 2026 05:45
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Tue 31 Aug 2010 11:00
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  • Wed 1 Sep 2010 02:00
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  • Tue 28 Jul 2026 15:45
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 28 Jul 2026 21:45
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Wed 29 Jul 2026 05:45
    BBC Radio 4 Extra