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Books To Live By… with Mariella Frostrup

Mariella uncovers surprising stories from the world’s best loved personalities as they talk her through their favourite books.

Sounds,6 episodes

Episodes

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Dougie Poynter
Mariella heads to the tranquil home of Dougie Poynter to discover his Books To Live By.
23 May 2019,43 mins
NAO
Mariella catches music sensation NAO at the O2 Bristol as she closes her European tour.
09 May 2019,36 mins
Brian Cox
Mariella catches Brian Cox on his world-wide science tour to unearth his favourite books.
25 Apr 2019,39 mins
Carlos Acosta
Mariella discovers the favourite books of Cuban ballet sensation Carlos Acosta.
11 Apr 2019,34 mins
Cate Blanchett
Mariella visits Cate Blanchett at her country idyll to discover her most cherished books
28 Mar 2019,37 mins
Dominic West
Mariella visits actor Dominic West at home, discovering the books that have inspired him.
14 Mar 2019,36 mins