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Tom Spring
Sports writer Frank Keating chooses 19th century bare knuckle boxer, Tom Spring. With Humphrey Carpenter. From 2002.
Sports writer Frank Keating chooses 19th century bare knuckle boxer, Tom Spring.
The biographical series in which a distinguished guest chooses someone who's inspired their life.
Presented by Humphrey Carpenter
Will Frank's hero stand-up to intensive scrutiny and merit the description of having led a great life?
Producer: Jolyon Jenkins
First broadcast on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 in July 2002.
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Biographical series in which guests choose someone who has inspired their lives.