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Adrian struggles with writing his book as his son ends up in hospital. An old flame gets in touch... Read by Harry McEntire.

Adrian Mole is meant to be writing a book to accompany his TV cookery series, but his son William must go to hospital.

Plus, he's disturbed to hear from an old flame.....

The Cappuccino Years highlights how much society and attitudes have changed since 1997 - showcasing Sue Townsend’s fearless and razor-sharp wit.

Abridged by: Sara Davies

Read by Harry McEntire

Producer: Alexa Moore

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4 first broadcast in January 2019.

18 days left to listen

14 minutes

Last on

Wed 19 Aug 2026 03:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Broadcasts

  • Tue 8 Jan 2019 12:04
    BBC Radio 4
  • Tue 8 Jan 2019 22:45
    BBC Radio 4
  • Tue 18 Aug 2026 08:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 18 Aug 2026 13:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 18 Aug 2026 19:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Wed 19 Aug 2026 03:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra