In Their Own Words

Narrated by Indira Varma , Daniel Mays , Miriam Margolyes , Robert Bathurst , David Haig , Arthur Smith

Released: September 3, 2026
Length: 7 hrs 21 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Conway

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"In Their Own Words: Letters From History" offers a captivating collection of around 80 historical letters, postcards, and telegraphs sourced from the UK’s National Archives. Narrated by a talented cast, the book highlights significant moments and figures from history through personal correspondence, providing a unique glimpse into the past. With accompanying essays and images, it sheds light on the stories behind the words that shaped history.

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