'Betjeman chronicles the English way of life in exquisite, affectionate and often hilarious detail' -- Independent 'Betjeman was an original and a star' -- Daily Mail 'Remarkable collection ... this is a real treat for any fan of Betjeman, and a testament to Games's remarkable research and reconstruction' -- Sunday Telegraph 'The extracts published here capture the spirit and charm of the broadcasts and the places he explored for the camera years ago that can still be enjoyed today' -- Daily Express 'Games has supplied an informative introduction ... Betjeman misxing charm and intimacy' -- Daily Express Betjeman combines sly humour with a deep love of Englishness' -- Spectator 'Striking package to match the previous collections in this series' -- Bookseller 'Always thoughtful, always eloquent writing' -- Robert Elms Podcast 'The real joy of this book is the chance to remember Betjeman's keen eye, sense of fun and turn of phrase' -- Choice Magazine 'A new book out that proves a treasure house ... reader will, I'm sure, enjoy Betjeman's poems about his strolls through London ... an essential gazetteer to the attractive landmarks of dear old England of yesteryear' -- Kent on Sunday 'A poetic imagination, humour, and fierce appreciation of the past are all in evidence here.' -- Good Book Guide 'Nobody writes more affectionately about Englishness than John Betjeman.' -- Driffield Leader
