Book of the Week - Miracles of Life
JG Ballard's memoir, abridged by Andrew Simpson, in which the best-selling author reflects on various influences that have shaped his work. Read by James Laurenson
Book of the Week - Miracles of Life - Episode 1
Miracles of Life: JG Ballard's memoir, abridged by Andrew Simpson. 1/5: Early life in 1930s Shanghai was like a stage set. Read by James Laurenson.
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Book of the Week - Miracles of Life - Episode 2
Miracles of Life: JG Ballard's memoir, abridged by Andrew Simpson. 2/5: The years at Lunghua Camp were nearly perfect for an adventurous lad. Read by James Laurenson.
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Book of the Week - Miracles of Life - Episode 3
Miracles of Life: JG Ballard's memoir, abridged by Andrew Simpson. 3/5: In London, Ballard meets Mary and is mesmerised by the This Is Tomorrow art exhibition.
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Book of the Week - Miracles of Life - Episode 4
Miracles of Life: JG Ballard's memoir, abridged by Andrew Simpson. 4/5: Tragedy turns the author into a lone father. Read by James Laurenson.
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Book of the Week - Miracles of Life - Episode 5
Miracles of Life: JG Ballard's memoir, abridged by Andrew Simpson. 5/5: Ballard's thoughts return to Shanghai as he strikes gold with Empire of the Sun. Read by James Laurenson.
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