Clive James pictured outside the BBC’s Broadcasting House in London in 2008. Photo: Getty Images Clive James pictured outside the BBC’s Broadcasting House in London in 2008. Photo: Getty Images
Clive James pictured outside the BBC’s Broadcasting House in London in 2008. Photo: Getty Images
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Then & Now by Jason Wordie

How Clive James’ Hong Kong connection inspired his poetry and leaving Australia allowed him to flourish

The late writer and presenter’s father, a one-time Japanese POW, is buried in Sai Wan Bay.

Jason Wordie
Jason Wordie

Updated: 6:08pm, 5 Dec, 2019

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Clive James pictured outside the BBC’s Broadcasting House in London in 2008. Photo: Getty Images Clive James pictured outside the BBC’s Broadcasting House in London in 2008. Photo: Getty Images
Clive James pictured outside the BBC’s Broadcasting House in London in 2008. Photo: Getty Images
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