In July 1518 a terrifying and mysterious plague struck the medieval city of Strasbourg. By the time the epidemic subsided, heat and exhaustion had claimed many lives, leaving thousands bewildered and bereaved.
The South Bank, London. 2011. Is it happening again?
This radio drama based on an original idea by Anita Sullivan and adapted by Julian Simpson was first broadcast Monday 10th October 2011 at 14:15 on BBC Radio 4.
Shortlisted for ‘Best Drama’ at the Sony Radio Awards 2012.
