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Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert have decided to adopt an orphan boy to help them on their farm. Little do they expect the delivery of an impetuous, red-headed girl named Anne Shirley. Lucy Maud Montgomery's classic tale of a young girl’s struggles and joys as she settles into a Canadian farming community in the late 19th century. First published in 1908. Dramatised in five parts by Marcy Kahan Anne …. Barbara Barnes Marilla …. Susan Engel Matthew …. Sean Baker Mrs Blewett …. Shirley Dixon Station Master …. Ioan Meredith Rachel …. Ann Beach Mrs Spencer …. Janet Maw Director: Sally Avens First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in January 1997.
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