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One of Britain’s best-loved entertainers recalls his Swansea childhood and why a raffle was one of his greatest disappointments. Autobiography of comedian and singer Sir Harry Secombe, first published in 1982. He rose to prominence on BBC radio with his work on The Goon Show. Abridged in five parts by Elizabeth Proud. Producer: Enyd Williams First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in June 1983.

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