Contents

        Preface

        Introduction

        Acknowledgements

        List of illustrations

THE LETTERS (1937–1943)

1937: Behind the scenes

1938: Response to a new public

1939: The crisis of war

1940: A false start

1941: The mind of a maker

1942: A landmark in broadcasting

1943: Responsibilities of fame

Appendix: Particulars of the birth of John Anthony

        Index