They all found themselves forced to think of their father, the great raconteur, without his memories, his stories and jokes.

He was also a great raconteur in a state where story telling is a way of life.

A great raconteur, his storytelling captivated friends and acquaintances.

A great raconteur, Jack drew on an inexhaustible fund of bush experiences and personalities as he dispensed billy tea round the campfire.

He was a great raconteur, and he was always surrounded by sycophants who let him pick up the tab.

He enjoyed the adulation of his pupils and was a great raconteur.

He was a song encyclopedia, first and foremost, and he was a great raconteur.

Although shy, Durrell was a very funny man, and a great raconteur.

We are left with countless memories of celebrations together and many of his stories to remember, for he was a great raconteur.

Fortunately, the conductor Michael Tilson Thomas is a great raconteur.