Demon Copperhead By Barbara Kingsolver

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20221031

Dickens' David Copperfield is reimagined for the modern age by one of our best-loved novelists in this compelling, atmospheric tale of redemption.

Young Demon Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Kingsolver's righteous anger is leavened with compassion for her glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community.

Barbara Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

A gripping reimagining of 'David Copperfield', transplanted to the Appalachian mountains.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221101

Dickens' David Copperfield is reimagined for the modern age by one of our best-loved novelists in this compelling, atmospheric tale of redemption.

Although Demon is thrilled that his mom has embraced sobriety, he's finding living in the trailer with his new step-father difficult.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

Although Demon is thrilled that his mother is sober, he struggles with his new step-dad.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221102

Dickens' David Copperfield is reimagined for the modern age by one of our best-loved novelists in this compelling, atmospheric tale of redemption.

With his mom in hospital recovering from an overdose, Demon faces his first night in foster care.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

With his mother in hospital after an overdose, Demon faces his first night in foster care.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221103

Dickens' David Copperfield is reimagined for the modern age by one of our best-loved novelists in this compelling, atmospheric tale of redemption.

Demon struggles to make sense of the shocking events of his eleventh birthday.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

Demon struggles to come to terms with the shocking events of his eleventh birthday.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221104

Dickens' David Copperfield is reimagined for the modern age by one of our best-loved novelists in this compelling, atmospheric tale of redemption.

When a more permanent placing arises with the impecunious McCobb family, Demon is shocked to meet an old friend from foster care.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

Placed with the impecunious McCobb family, Demon meets an old friend from foster care.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221107

Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community.

Young Demon has escaped foster care and made the arduous journey across state lines to track down Miss Betsy Woodall, the last remaining link to his family.

Charles Dickens' 'David Copperfield' is reimagined for the modern age by Barbara Kingsolver, one of our best-loved novelists, in this compelling and atmospheric tale of redemption. Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

Young Demon crosses state lines to track down Betsy Woodall, the last link to his family.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221108

Demon's luck takes a turn when his grandmother arranges a foster placement with the coach of the prestigious local football team.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

Demon's luck takes a turn for the better when his grandmother arranges a foster placement.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221109

Demon's future is looking up as Coach Winfield offers him a long-term home - and invites him to try out for the football team.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

Demon's future seems secure as Coach offers him a place on the team and a long-term home.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221110

While Demon settles in well at home and school, trouble is brewing in Lee County as a new drug takes hold across the state.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

Demon's settling in at home and school but there's trouble brewing in the wider community.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221111

Life, school and football are all going well for Demon and there's romance on the horizon - when he glimpses a darker side to friend and confidant, Fast Forward.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

Life is going well for Demon although he's glimpsed a dark side to friend Fast Forward.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221114

Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Barbara Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community.

High school football Demon struggles to balance his medication and get back to full fitness after an on-field injury, while girlfriend Dori cares for her dying father.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

Demon Copperhead struggles to balance his medication after a high school football injury.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221115

Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Barbara Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community.

Demon's school attendance is slipping and his relationships at home come under strain as he spends more time with girlfriend Dori, who needs all the help she can get caring for her terminally ill father.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

Demon's school absences are noticed as he helps girlfriend Dori with her dying father.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221116

Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Barbara Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community.

While Demon and Dori come to terms with their life-changing news, his childhood friend Emmy has been abandoned in a city drug den by lover Fast Forward.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

Demon and Dori have had life-changing news, while Demon's friend Emmy has gone missing.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221117

Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Barbara Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community.

After his great loss Demon finds himself alone; his friends' lives are in as much turmoil as his and he has nowhere to turn. With his drug use spiralling, the boy becomes homeless.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

After his great loss, Demon's drug use is out of control and he finds himself homeless.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

20221118

Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Barbara Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community.

Demon is in the early days of sobriety, living in a halfway house in Knoxville and afraid to return home to familiar temptations despite yearning for his friends and family.

Read by Carl Prekopp

Written by Barbara Kingsolver

Abridged by Si n Preece

Demon is in the early days of sobriety and afraid to return home to familiar temptations.

Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.

Episodes

Episode	First Broadcast	Comments
01	20221031	Dickens' David Copperfield is reimagined for the modern age by one of our best-loved novelists in this compelling, atmospheric tale of redemption. Young Demon Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Kingsolver's righteous anger is leavened with compassion for her glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. Barbara Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece A gripping reimagining of 'David Copperfield', transplanted to the Appalachian mountains. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
02	20221101	Dickens' David Copperfield is reimagined for the modern age by one of our best-loved novelists in this compelling, atmospheric tale of redemption. Young Demon Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Kingsolver's righteous anger is leavened with compassion for her glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. Although Demon is thrilled that his mom has embraced sobriety, he's finding living in the trailer with his new step-father difficult. Barbara Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece Although Demon is thrilled that his mother is sober, he struggles with his new step-dad. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
03	20221102	Dickens' David Copperfield is reimagined for the modern age by one of our best-loved novelists in this compelling, atmospheric tale of redemption. Young Demon Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Kingsolver's righteous anger is leavened with compassion for her glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. With his mom in hospital recovering from an overdose, Demon faces his first night in foster care. Barbara Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece With his mother in hospital after an overdose, Demon faces his first night in foster care. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
04	20221103	Dickens' David Copperfield is reimagined for the modern age by one of our best-loved novelists in this compelling, atmospheric tale of redemption. Young Demon Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Kingsolver's righteous anger is leavened with compassion for her glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. Demon struggles to make sense of the shocking events of his eleventh birthday. Barbara Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece Demon struggles to come to terms with the shocking events of his eleventh birthday. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
05	20221104	Dickens' David Copperfield is reimagined for the modern age by one of our best-loved novelists in this compelling, atmospheric tale of redemption. Young Demon Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Kingsolver's righteous anger is leavened with compassion for her glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. When a more permanent placing arises with the impecunious McCobb family, Demon is shocked to meet an old friend from foster care. Barbara Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece Placed with the impecunious McCobb family, Demon meets an old friend from foster care. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
06	20221107	Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. Young Demon has escaped foster care and made the arduous journey across state lines to track down Miss Betsy Woodall, the last remaining link to his family. Charles Dickens' 'David Copperfield' is reimagined for the modern age by Barbara Kingsolver, one of our best-loved novelists, in this compelling and atmospheric tale of redemption. Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece Young Demon crosses state lines to track down Betsy Woodall, the last link to his family. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
07	20221108	Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. Demon's luck takes a turn when his grandmother arranges a foster placement with the coach of the prestigious local football team. Charles Dickens' 'David Copperfield' is reimagined for the modern age by Barbara Kingsolver, one of our best-loved novelists, in this compelling and atmospheric tale of redemption. Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece Demon's luck takes a turn for the better when his grandmother arranges a foster placement. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
08	20221109	Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. Demon's future is looking up as Coach Winfield offers him a long-term home - and invites him to try out for the football team. Charles Dickens' 'David Copperfield' is reimagined for the modern age by Barbara Kingsolver, one of our best-loved novelists, in this compelling and atmospheric tale of redemption. Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece Demon's future seems secure as Coach offers him a place on the team and a long-term home. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
09	20221110	Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. While Demon settles in well at home and school, trouble is brewing in Lee County as a new drug takes hold across the state. Charles Dickens' 'David Copperfield' is reimagined for the modern age by Barbara Kingsolver, one of our best-loved novelists, in this compelling and atmospheric tale of redemption. Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece Demon's settling in at home and school but there's trouble brewing in the wider community. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
10	20221111	Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. Life, school and football are all going well for Demon and there's romance on the horizon - when he glimpses a darker side to friend and confidant, Fast Forward. Charles Dickens' 'David Copperfield' is reimagined for the modern age by Barbara Kingsolver, one of our best-loved novelists, in this compelling and atmospheric tale of redemption. Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece Life is going well for Demon although he's glimpsed a dark side to friend Fast Forward. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
11	20221114	Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Barbara Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. High school football Demon struggles to balance his medication and get back to full fitness after an on-field injury, while girlfriend Dori cares for her dying father. Charles Dickens' 'David Copperfield' is reimagined for the modern age by Barbara Kingsolver, one of our best-loved novelists, in this compelling and atmospheric tale of redemption. Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece Demon Copperhead struggles to balance his medication after a high school football injury. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
12	20221115	Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Barbara Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. Demon's school attendance is slipping and his relationships at home come under strain as he spends more time with girlfriend Dori, who needs all the help she can get caring for her terminally ill father. Charles Dickens' 'David Copperfield' is reimagined for the modern age by Barbara Kingsolver, one of our best-loved novelists, in this compelling and atmospheric tale of redemption. Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece Demon's school absences are noticed as he helps girlfriend Dori with her dying father. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
13	20221116	Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Barbara Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. While Demon and Dori come to terms with their life-changing news, his childhood friend Emmy has been abandoned in a city drug den by lover Fast Forward. Charles Dickens' 'David Copperfield' is reimagined for the modern age by Barbara Kingsolver, one of our best-loved novelists, in this compelling and atmospheric tale of redemption. Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece Demon and Dori have had life-changing news, while Demon's friend Emmy has gone missing. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
14	20221117	Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Barbara Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. After his great loss Demon finds himself alone; his friends' lives are in as much turmoil as his and he has nowhere to turn. With his drug use spiralling, the boy becomes homeless. Charles Dickens' 'David Copperfield' is reimagined for the modern age by Barbara Kingsolver, one of our best-loved novelists, in this compelling and atmospheric tale of redemption. Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece After his great loss, Demon's drug use is out of control and he finds himself homeless. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.
15	20221118	Damon 'Demon' Copperhead is a good-hearted boy with the misfortune to be born into a broken society. As Demon battles through foster care, child labour and a dysfunctional education system, Barbara Kingsolver leavens her righteous anger with compassion for a glorious cast of characters in this epic tale of love, loss and community. Demon is in the early days of sobriety, living in a halfway house in Knoxville and afraid to return home to familiar temptations despite yearning for his friends and family. Charles Dickens' 'David Copperfield' is reimagined for the modern age by Barbara Kingsolver, one of our best-loved novelists, in this compelling and atmospheric tale of redemption. Kingsolver is the prize-winning author of novels, essays, poetry and journalism. Her books include 'The Poisonwood Bible', 'The Lacuna' and 'Unsheltered' and she established the Bellwether Prize for Fiction, America's largest prize for an unpublished first novel. Read by Carl Prekopp Written by Barbara Kingsolver Abridged by Si n Preece Demon is in the early days of sobriety and afraid to return home to familiar temptations. Barbara Kingsolver's powerful epic tale inspired by Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.