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Catherine Cookson remains one of the worlds most celebrated and beloved novelists with over 90 books published and 124 million copies sold. Her characters and stories, infused with true passion and a unique understanding of life, have captured the imaginations of readers around the globe. These 4 high quality productions feature all-star casts and convey all the drama and emotion of each magnificent tale.
A Dinner of Herbs - An orphaned boy is taken in by a family and their sibling bond is put to the test as hidden secrets of the past are painfully unearthed. Old hatred can easily resurface as their tragic burdens are placed upon the next generation.
The Man Who Cried - Abel Mason embarks on a new life when he leaves his vicious wife and starts afresh with his ten year old son. To secure a future for himself, he illegally marries the widow of a wealthy garage owner but falls in love with her sister.
The Moth - As World War I approaches, Foreshaw Park, the rundown estate of the once-wealthy Thorman family, becomes the setting for the burgeoning romance between the Thorman's elder daughter, Agnes, and Robert Bradley, a hired hand.
The Round Tower - A young rebellious daughter from a wealthy middle class family is unexpectedly drawn to an ambitious charge-hand. Their unlikely union threatens to destroy the tranquillity of the girls.
4 DVDs • Running time 742 mins • Rated M 15+
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