Desert Island Discs - Benny Green

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Benny Green makes a living as a columnist, broadcaster, lyricist, novelist, etc. In conversation with Michael Parkinson, he recalls his childhood in London, life on the road as a saxophonist, the transition to writing and reading 123 editions of Wisden. He also chooses the eight records he would take to the mythical island.

[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]

Favourite track: An Evening with Johnny Mercer by Johnny Mercer
Book: A Quartet of Comedies by H G Wells
Luxury: Saxophone

Published on Sunday, 14th December 1986.

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