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The Portrait Of A Lady (Classic Serial)

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Henry James's novel, dramatised by Rachel Joyce. Young and beautiful, Isabel Archer thinks that she is in control of her fate. Little does she know, however, that others behind the scenes are pulling the strings. The beautiful and free-spirited Isabel Archer is now a very rich woman. Two men have declared their love for her but she does not want to be married. Resolved to enjoy her fortune, she begins her travels. Starring Anna Maxwell Martin, Haydn Gwynne, Robert Bathurst, Gayle Hunnicutt and full cast. Pianist Duncan Walsh Atkins. Directed by Tracey Neale.
Author Henry James (Dramatised By Rachel Joyce)
Narrator Anna Maxwell Martin, Robert Bathhurst, Gayle Hunnicutt, Haydn Gwynne
Duration 2 hours and 50 minutes
Release Date
ISBN 9781471345388
Format Audiobook
Publisher BBC Audio
Genre Classic fiction
Availability AU, GB, IE, US

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