In which The Author continues to be surprised
- In 1957, Aldous Huxley wrote to Leonard Bernstein, outlining a libretto he’d written for a musical adaptation of Brave New World and looking for a collaborator. (Front Row, Radio 4, 28 October)
- After being sacked by the BBC, Kenny Everett was given a chance to redeem himself with another series. Before he went on the air, the producer gave him a stern caution about his future conduct. Everett started his show by saying, ‘I’ve just been told I mustn’t say the word “penis.”’ (The Museum of Curiosity, Radio 4, 28 October)
- In the UK, court sketch artists have to work from memory, as they’re not allowed to work while the court is in session. (PM, Radio 4, 30 October)
- A new book about abandoned film projects includes an account of Charlie Chaplin’s unmade biopic of Napoleon Bonaparte. (The Film Programme, Radio 4, 31 October)
Being a Non-Linear Account of the Life and Opinions of The Author, Cross-referenced and Illustrated, with Occasional Hesitations, Repetitions and Deviations.
An Autobiography in Random Chapters 