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The natural world turns on mankind as a war veteran and his family come under attack in Cornwall. Stars Neil Dudgeon.

Nicola Walker and Neil Dudgeon star in Daphne Du Maurier's classic horror story, first published in 1952.

As the natural world turns on mankind, war veteran Nat battles to protect his family - as birds begin to ruthlessly attack humans.

Nat.....Neil Dudgeon
Sue.....Nicola Walker
Maggie.....Jade Williams
Mr Trigg.....Gerard Horan
Jonathan.....Carl Grose
Newsreader.....John Dougall
Mary.....Rachel Bavidge

Written by Daphne du Maurier

Dramatised by Melissa Murray

Music & Sound Design: David Pickvance

Director: Sally Avens.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in May 2007.

1 hour

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Sat 26 Sep 202616:00
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