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9. Temptation

Hurstwood is tempted by the lure of an unlocked safe at work. Will Carrie agree to his desperate plan? Stars Eve Best.

Hurstwood is tempted by fate - the safe at work is left unlocked containing $10,000.

Will he steal it and involve Carrie in his desperate plan to flee? And will Carrie stand by him if she discovers what he has done?

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
Maid .... Alison Darling

All other parts played by members of the cast

Director: Polly Thomas

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

15 minutes

Last on

Fri 25 Apr 2025 03:45

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  • Thu 24 Apr 2025 08:45
  • Thu 24 Apr 2025 13:45
  • Thu 24 Apr 2025 19:45
  • Fri 25 Apr 2025 03:45