Treasures of the British Library

Scientist, medical doctor & broadcaster Professor Robert Winston explores six treasures of the British Library.

Creator of "The Gruffalo," Julia Donaldson explores the archives of the British Library, selecting a host of profound books that have inspired her.

On a special tour of the British Library, writer and actress Meera Syal discovers everything from Jane Austen's personal letters to Sir John Gielgud's scrapbooks.

Jamie explores books hand-printed by Virginia Woolf and recordings of jazz performances.

Musician Alison Balsom takes a personal tour of the British Library, unearthing charts made for Tudor royalty and the actual ink of Leonardo da Vinci and Thomas Hardy.

Following a line-up of famous faces as they select their favorite items from the institution's archives; guest stars take viewers on a personal tour of the British Library's collection as they share their own interests, life stories and passions.