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Off The Shelf 7: The Short Stories of Dorothy Lovell 2: “The Shoe” (read by Alfred Pragnell) (1967)
"The Shoe" is a captivating mystery by Dorothy Lovell, featuring a young girl who makes a strange and unsettling discovery. Read by Alfred Pragnell, this 1967 broadcast skillfully incorporates elements of Barbadian obeah, bringing a touch of local folklore to the narrative, a particular gift from Dorothy Lovell’s stories. The episode highlights the recent rediscovery and renewed interest in Lovell's compelling work. “This Land is Mine: Barbadian Short Stories” by Dorothy Lovell is now available at the National Library Service and in book and e-book form on Amazon.
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By Radio Bimshire"The Shoe" is a captivating mystery by Dorothy Lovell, featuring a young girl who makes a strange and unsettling discovery. Read by Alfred Pragnell, this 1967 broadcast skillfully incorporates elements of Barbadian obeah, bringing a touch of local folklore to the narrative, a particular gift from Dorothy Lovell’s stories. The episode highlights the recent rediscovery and renewed interest in Lovell's compelling work. “This Land is Mine: Barbadian Short Stories” by Dorothy Lovell is now available at the National Library Service and in book and e-book form on Amazon.