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The Secret Life of Books

Season 1 Episode 2: The First Folio

Celebrated actor Simon Russell Beale has dedicated his career to delving into the profound impact of William Shakespeare's legacy.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Great Expectations

1. Great Expectations

Aired: Sep 2, 2014

The next episode delves into the life and literary legacy of Charles Dickens,...

Episode 2 The First Folio

2. The First Folio

Aired: Sep 9, 2014

Celebrated actor Simon Russell Beale has dedicated his career to delving into...

Episode 3 Mrs Dalloway

3. Mrs Dalloway

Aired: Sep 16, 2014

Alexandra Harris delves into Virginia Woolf's 1925 novel, Mrs. Dalloway, unco...

Episode 4 The Mabinogion

4. The Mabinogion

Aired: Sep 23, 2014

The next episode delves into the rich cultural heritage of Wales, exploring t...

Episode 5 Jane Eyre

Aired: Sep 30, 2014

Bidisha Mamata's connection to Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre starts with the p...

Episode 6 Frankenstein

6. Frankenstein

Aired: Nov 2, 2014

The next episode delves into Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, uncovering hidden f...

Info about The Secret Life of Books

Seasons: 2

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Four

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary