About
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
Midsomer MurdersSeries • 1997
The AvengersSeries • 1961
MinderSeries • 1979
Screen TwoSeries • 1985
Rumpole of the BaileySeries • 1975
The Upper HandSeries • 1990
The GoodiesSeries • 1970
Man About the HouseSeries • 1973
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the GalaxySeries • 1981
The Agatha Christie HourSeries • 1982
Man of the WorldSeries • 1962
The Return of the Pink PantherMovie • 1975
Chariots of FireMovie • 1981
Dead of NightMovie • 1945
Hot MillionsMovie • 1968
The Browning VersionMovie • 1951
Last HolidayMovie • 1950
Carry On DoctorMovie • 1967
The Mansion of MadnessMovie • 1973
Confessions of a Pop PerformerMovie • 1975
A Stitch in TimeMovie • 1963
Private's ProgressMovie • 1956
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the GalaxyMovie • 1981
Angels One FiveMovie • 1952