Words TV · Classic literature

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Classic literature brought to television with genuine human narration, atmospheric visuals and the Words TV broadcast presentation.

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WTV is currently broadcasting its first classics as test transmissions while the full programme schedule is assembled. The books repeat during this pilot period. Gothic horror titles are intended for older viewers; parental discretion is advised.
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The Classics Collection

Our first programme run features original 19th-century books, beautifully narrated by LibriVox volunteers. These authentic readings are combined with Words TV programme openings, transitions and cinematic backgrounds.

Written works and individual audio recordings have been documented for the production archive. Source audio is from the LibriVox public-domain recording library. Broadcast intro and outro music by Scott Buckley (“Luminance”, “Amberlight”, “Effervescence” and “Simplicity”), licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0. Composer and music credits. About LibriVox public domain.

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Our opening programme run

Alice’s Adventures in WonderlandLewis Carroll · Chapter 1 · Read by Kristen McQuillin
Pride and PrejudiceJane Austen · Chapters 1–3 · Read by Chris Goringe
A Scandal in BohemiaArthur Conan Doyle · Part 1 · Read by Phil Chenevert
The Secret GardenFrances Hodgson Burnett · Chapter 1 · Read by Kara Shallenberg
The Time MachineH. G. Wells · Chapter 1 · Read by Aaron Elliott
Treasure IslandRobert Louis Stevenson · Chapters 1–2 · Read by Mark Bradford
DraculaBram Stoker · Chapter 1 · Read by Kara Shallenberg · Gothic horror (older audiences)