The Postmaster by Alexander Pushkin

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A poor Russian postmaster is left distraught when his beloved daughter runs away with a handsome hussar. He tracks his daughter down, but finds her enjoying a life of wealth and privilege which she is loathe to leave. Classic short story written by Alexander Pushkin. Read by Jeremy Northam. Producer: Charlotte Riches First broadcast on BBC Radio 3 in December 2008.