R F. Delderfield The Spinster Of South Street

The Spinster of South Street is a captivating adaptation of R. F. Delderfield's work, brought to life on the radio by Cynthia Pughe. This production aired on March 16, 1963, as part of the Saturday-Night Theatre on BBC Home Service.

The story revolves around the remarkable Florence Nightingale, known as “The Lady With the Lamp.” It highlights her relentless fight to improve nursing and medical services after her return from the Crimea, showcasing her as a pioneering figure in modern nursing.

The cast features talented actors including Hester Paton Brown, Elizabeth Morgan, and Rachel Gurney, among others, who bring depth and emotion to this historical narrative.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.

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Well worth a listen.

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gad flyby

This shows its age but don’t we all. Imagine harking back to time when an idealist (however tyrannical) fought the establishment for well-being of people. Many thanks

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radioannouncer

Thank you too! Much appreciated...