The castaway this week is Sir Michael Hordern who, in conversation with Michael Parkinson, recalls a distinguished acting career spanning 50 years. 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: Symphony No 9 by Ludwig van Beethoven
Book: A History of the English-Speaking Peoples by Sir Winston Churchill
Luxury: Elm tree
Published on Sunday, 15th February 1987.
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