• Writers of The Riviera

  • Nov 3 2020
  • Length: 39 mins
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Writers of The Riviera

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  • Prof. Iain Stewart and guests discuss the long history of authors who have been inspired by the English Riviera, from Charles Darwin, Oscar Wilde, Dame Agatha Christie and many more right up to the writers of today. They explore how literature and culture can be used to improve wellbeing and inclusion for members of the local community.

    Featuring: Heather Soderlind who chairs both the International Agatha Christie Festival and Literature Works for South West England, Dr. Kevin Dixon, local historian and member of the Torbay Culture Board, and Matt Newbury, a manager at Torre Abbey and author of popular wild swimming and walking books. 

    With thanks to series supporters The English Riviera, Naturally Inspiring, and The Sustainable Earth Institute, University of Plymouth. 

    Series Producers: Melanie Border and David Randall
    Editor: David Randall
    ©English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark

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