Known for Acting
Birthday
June 12, 1920
Place of Birth
Wem, Shropshire, England, UK
Biography
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.

Midsomer Murders

Minder

The Avengers

The Upper Hand

Rumpole of the Bailey

Screen Two

The Agatha Christie Hour

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

The Goodies

Man of the World

Man About the House

From a Bird's Eye View
Saturday Review

Beggar My Neighbour

Zodiac

The Rag Trade

Whoops Apocalypse

Q...
Kindly Leave The Kerb
Star Turn