Sir John Gielgud was an English actor and director renowned for his elegant stage presence and deep connection to the classical repertoire. He was particularly celebrated for his exquisite delivery of verse, his warm and expressive voice often likened to a "silver trumpet muffled in silk." His performances achieved early international acclaim, cementing his legacy as a distinguished figure in the performing arts. Gielgud's mastery earned him significant recognition across multiple esteemed award platforms.
Classic / British English This great story is set against the background of the French Revolution. Two men -- one French, one English, but very similar in appearance -- are in love with the same woman. The three of them, like the people of France, are faced with the dangers of life at a time when the guillotine never rests.
This short biography of William Shakespeare by world famous writer Bill Bryson brims with the author's inimitable wit and intelligence.
In "An Actor and His Time" John Gielgud tells the story of his life in the theatre - a story already enjoyed by millions of radio listeners and which tells of the plays he starred in and directed, and of the actors and actresses he knew. And, as the curtain rises on Ellen Terry, on Sarah Bernhardt, on Mrs Patrick Campbell, Sir Ralph Richardson, Richard Burton and many others, sixty glorious years of British theatre unfold before our eyes.