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You’re obsolete, my baby

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You’re obsolete, my baby

Posted on 17 April 2017 by Alwyn Turner • Leave a comment

Inspector Alleyn in the Swinging Sixties? It’s not right, says ALWYN TURNER. Continue reading →

The pernicious problem of Preachy TV

Culture / Politics

The pernicious problem of Preachy TV

Posted on 10 January 2017 by Dan Atkinson • 1 Comment

DAN ATKINSON is unimpressed by propaganda masquerading as drama. Continue reading →

‘Elephantinely elfish’: Monsieur Hanuad

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‘Elephantinely elfish’: Monsieur Hanuad

Posted on 8 December 2016 by Alwyn Turner • Leave a comment

ALWYN TURNER on A.E.W. Mason’s detective, the inspiration for Hercule Poirot. Continue reading →

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