Books
Some further reading...
The Archers: The History Of Radio's Most Famous Programme 50th Anniversary Edition
This is a definitive account of how the programme was born and how it evolved, and includes behind-the-scenes dramas that listeners never heard, and the truth behind many rumours which have long puzzled Archers addicts.
Author: William Smethurst
ISBN: 1854795546
Who's Who In The Archers
If your memory of the people and events of years gone by is hazy, or if you are a relative newcomer who is confused at times, this who's who of all the characters and places – past and present – along with a summary of the main events in their lives and where and how they fit into the everchanging world of Ambridge is for you.
Author: Keri Davies
ISBN: 0563551364
The Archers: The True Story
Smethurst's time at the programme was not without incident, but his feeling and warmth for the programme are evident as he describes the pitfalls and successes, the highs and lows and the behind the scenes surprises.
Author: William Smethurst
ISBN: 1858336201
The Archers: The Official Inside Story
The first episode of The Archers was broadcast in 1951, and it has since become the longest-running radio drama - dealing with a wide array of issues, such as abortion, conservation and divorce. This book goes behind the microphone to explain how the programme was remodelled.
Author: Vanessa Whitburn
ISBN: 0753501074
