J Meade Falkner - Moonfleet
When he goes in search of Blackbeard's diamond, young John Trenchard is drawn into a dangerous world. Stars Richard Pearce.
When he goes in search of Blackbeard's diamond, young John Trenchard is drawn into a dangerous world of the smugglers.
But the treasure brings a curse and soon John is fleeing for his life.
J Meade Faulkner's classic tale, first published in 1898
Starring Richard Pearce and Robert Glenister.
Dramatised by Nick Warburton.
Old John Trenchard the Narrator …. Robert Glenister
Young John Trenchard …. Richard Pearce
Ratsey …. Ron Cook
Elzevir Block …. James Laurenson
Aunt Jane …. Frances Jeater
Aldobrand …. Sean Baker
Glennie …. Ian Masters
Grace …. Tilly Gaunt
Turnkey …. Stephen Critchlow
Maskew …. Stephen Boxer
Director: Sally Avens
First broadcast on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 in December 1998.
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