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5. Deception

Hurstwood has to think quickly when Carrie raises marriage. Will he be able to tell her he already has a wife? Stars Eve Best.

Hurstwood has to think quickly when Carrie raises the question of marriage.

Unwilling to throw away his chance of happiness, will he tell Carrie he is already married?

Or suggest something which could set the stage for disaster?

Theodore Dreiser's neglected American classic, first published in 1900.

It's the gripping tale of a young woman's eventful rise to fame and fortune at the turn of the 20th century.

Dramatised by Steve Chambers

Dreiser .... Russell Dixon
Hurstwood .... Liam Cunningham
Carrie .... Eve Best
Charlie Drouet ....John Guerrasio
Julia .... Kate Harper
Jessica .... Alison Darling

Other parts played by members of the cast

Director: Polly Thomas

First broadcast on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 in March 2000.

6 days left to listen

15 minutes

Last on

Sat 19 Apr 2025 03:45

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  • Fri 18 Apr 2025 08:45
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