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Source: BBC Radio 4 "Book of the Week" Friday

Roundup

11-18-05

Isabella: The She-Wolf of France, Queen of England, 5th of 5 [15min]

Isabella's son, the young Edward III, is gaining in maturity and influence. But there are rumours that his father, the deposed King Edward II, may not be dead after all. Alison Weir's biography is abridged by Miranda Davies and read by Janet McTeer.

Read entire article at BBC Radio 4 "Book of the Week" Friday