Letter from America Collection

By: Alistair Cooke

Narrated by: Alistair Cooke

For more than half a century, Alistair Cooke entertained millions of listeners across the globe with his weekly BBC radio programme Letter from America. An outstanding observer of the American scene, he became one of the world's best-loved broadcasters and had the distinction of presenting the longest running one-man show in radio history.

Following the sad death of Alistair Cooke after 58 years in broadcasting, this impressive collection features all three volumes of Letters from America - The Early Years: 1946-1968, The Middle Years: The 1970s and The Final Years: 1982-2003. The political and social landmarks of the last 50 years are reported on and examined in Cooke's uniquely wise style. Also included is Alistair Cooke at the BBC, a selection of archive recordings, including radio and television interviews, in a fascinating in-depth look at the career of the veteran journalist.

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Wonderful, but I wish the full collection was avai

I grew up listening to Letter from America with my father every Sunday, and Alistair Cooke’s voice is still one of the most calming and engaging I’ve ever heard. His storytelling brings American history to life in a way that feels personal and reflective rather than distant. This collection is a fantastic listen for anyone interested in seeing America through a thoughtful and unique lens. My only wish is that there were an option to access the complete archive — it would be amazing to experience them all.