Dramatisations and readings of Pushkin's most famous works - plus biographical programmes and an original play based on his lifeOne of Russia's most iconic poets, Alexander Pushkin is often described as the 'father of Russian literature'. A gambler, playboy and social reformer, he was exiled by the Tsar for his controversial poetry and died aged 37 in a duel defending his wife's honour.This BBC Radio anthology opens with full-cast dramatisations of his two ...

Eleven uncanny stories inspired by the master of uncanny terror, H.P. LovecraftOne hundred years ago, H.P. Lovecraft created the Necronomicon, a grimoire of lost souls, magical rites and forbidden lore. Now, locked away, the hoarder of horror is after new voices, new blood, to add to his collection.Listen as he shares the tales that come to him, whispered through the keyhole and written in the dust. From ghost stories to encounters with demons, hau...