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Peter Jones

Jun 12, 1920 - Apr 10, 2000 (79 years old) in Wem, Shropshire, England, UK

Peter Geoffrey Francis Jones (12 June 1920 - 10 April 2000) was a distinguished British actor and radio personality known for his distinctive voice and narration. He gained recognition for his role as The Book in "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," providing the voice of the eponymous guidebook in both the radio series and subsequent adaptations. Jones's soothing and authoritative voice lent a unique charm to the character, guiding audiences through the whimsical and absurd universe created by Douglas Adams. His contributions to the series as the voice of The Book became iconic and memorable for fans of the series.

Known For

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Midsomer Murders
Bunny Dawlish
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The Avengers
Doyle
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Minder
Henry
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The Goodies
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Rumpole of the Bailey
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The Upper Hand
Mr. Baker
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The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
The Book
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From a Bird's Eye View
Clive Beauchamp
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The Rag Trade
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The Agatha Christie Hour

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