Series exploring the 20th Century through diaries and correspondence of real people, dramatised by Vanessa Rosenthal
It is 1954, and Linton's rise from provincial to national prominence continues, but his wife Pinkie hankers after the quieter life of retirement.
DetailsNewspaper editor Linton Andrews has an important engagement in London, and hearty celebrations are in order.
DetailsSeries exploring the 20th Century through diaries and correspondence of real people. Linton is insensitive about Pinkie's loss, which creates tension when they visit Downing Street.
DetailsLinton worries about the situation in Hungary and Suez, while Pinkie argues for his retirement from The Yorkshire Post.
DetailsIt is 1957 and Linton is finally resigned to retiring. Pinkie is delighted and relieved, but then something happens to ruin their plans.
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