At a 2017 Letters Live event in London, Sir Michael Palin brought history to life by reading a thoughtful letter from Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw to his friend, author St. John Ervine, who lost a leg during WWI. Shaw’s letter combines empathy with his trademark humour, offering Ervine a comforting perspective on a life-changing injury. This heartfelt reading captures a beautiful friendship and the unique way Shaw could make even the toughest moments a little lighter.
