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Betjeman's Britain

Poems from the BBC Archive

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Betjeman's Britain

By: John Betjeman
Narrated by: John Betjeman
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About this listen

 Sir John Betejman was one of the best-known and best-loved Poet Laureates. Even after his death, his popularity continues to garner acclaim and new admirers. Fortunately, he left behind a legacy of poetry readings and performances in the BBC archives that can be enjoyed in this comprehensive collection.©2008 BBC Audiobooks Ltd (P)1994 BBC Audiobooks Ltd Poetry

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"Recallilng childhood, falling in love, missing the sounds of the waves and gulls in Metro-land, lusting after Joan Hunter Dunn - it's all put over with his uniquely engaging brand of truthfulness" ( The Scotsman)
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This is proper poetry from a master poet. Not like the modern rubbish which neither rhymes nor scans.

Proper Poetry

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The voice of dear John Betjeman is the best way to enjoy his wonderful words. Particularly enjoyable are the little comments and thoughts between the poems. A real delight.

Sublime Betjeman

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Sir John Betjeman is a groundbreaking and inspiring pioneer.

It is more better and more profound, that with his work, it is more easier to hear the sound of his voice, while listening to him.

To me, he is a walking institution or a locomotive, rushing forth, applying commentary with lyrical and poetic realities, regarding our lives, our livelihoods and pleasantries.

This is definitely a work worth listening to, timelessly.

This work never gets old and it never dies.

Groundbreaking and Inspiring

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