Untold Stories by Alan Bennett
Untold Stories by Alan Bennett gathers essays, reviews, comic pieces, a memoir of his family and upbringing in Leeds, and diary entries from 1996 to 2004. This Kindle edition is a substantial 712-page collection for readers interested in Bennett’s literary, personal, and humorous writing.
At a glance
- Includes the title memoir about Bennett’s family and growing up in Leeds, alongside essays, reviews, and comic writing.
- Contains diary entries covering 1996 to 2004.
- Also touches on Bennett’s memories of Peter Cook and Dudley Moore and his response to the success of The History Boys.
- Kindle edition lists screen-reader support, enhanced typesetting, Word Wise, and Page Flip.
Reference price: $17.99
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros
- Combines several forms of writing, including memoir, diaries, essays, reviews, and comic pieces.
- The diary coverage spans 1996 to 2004, giving the collection a defined period alongside the other material.
- Screen-reader support and Word Wise are listed for this Kindle edition.
Technical specifications
13 specifications| Author | Alan Bennett |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Farrar, Straus and Giroux |
| Publication date | May 4, 2001 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 712 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1429933087 |
| File size | 7.8 MB |
| Screen Reader | Supported |
|---|---|
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Not Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers seeking Alan Bennett’s essays, memoir, diary writing, and comic pieces in one collection.
- Readers interested in Bennett’s memories of family life, Leeds, and fellow performers Peter Cook and Dudley Moore.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of writing are included in Untold Stories?
The collection includes a family memoir, diary entries from 1996 to 2004, essays, reviews, and comic pieces.
What is the Kindle edition’s listed length?
The product details list a print length of 712 pages and a Kindle file size of 7.8 MB.
Does this Kindle edition support screen readers?
Yes. The listing states that Screen Reader is supported. It also lists enhanced typesetting, Word Wise, and Page Flip as enabled.
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