Gargantua & Pantagruel (Classic Serial)

Gargantua and Pantagruel, dramatized by Lavinia Murray, invites listeners into the uproarious and fantastical world of medieval giants. In Episode 1, the young giant Gargantua grapples with the absurdities of his upbringing, marked by misguided education and eccentric mentors. Episode 2 shifts the focus to his son, Pantagruel, who, along with his dubious friend Panurge, embarks on a lively quest to explore the institution of marriage, culminating in an encounter with the enigmatic Seer of the Holy Bottle. Featuring David Troughton in the title role, this adaptation combines humor, adventure, and philosophical musings in a captivating audio experience.