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2. Notions of Liberty

Episode 2 of 7

True stories of travel and adventure by women: In 1862 Anna Leonowens journeyed to meet the King of Siam. Stars Sian Phillips.

In 1862 Anna Leonowens journeyed to meet the King of Siam.

'English Era 1862; 26th February: Grand Palace Bangkok. Madam - we are in good pleasure and satisfaction that you are willing to undertake the education of our royal children. And we hope in doing your education on us and our children - whom English call inhabitants of benighted land - you will do your best endeavour for knowledge of English language, science and literature, and not for conversion to Christianity.'

Stars Sian Phillips as Anna Leonowens and Garard Green as the King of Siam. Narrated by John Franklyn-Robbins.

Second of seven true stories of travel and adventure by intrepid women, compiled, and written by Julia Keay.

Producer: John Powell

First broadcast on 91热爆 Radio 4 in 1988.

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45 minutes

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Tue 4 Mar 2025 15:00

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