In The Footsteps of ChurchillBasic Books, 23/02/2009 - 376 páginas As one of the most admired political leaders of the twentieth century, Winston Churchill holds iconic status in popular memory. But in this incisive new biography, acclaimed military historian Richard Holmes offers a remarkable reappraisal of Churchill by examining the influences that shaped his character. Drawing upon never-before-seen materials such as letters between the young Churchill and his parents, Holmes paints the most complete portrait to date of the man who stood up to Hitler and led his people to victory against all odds. Detailing the decisive events of Churchill's life -- from his childhood to his experiences in the Boer War through his rapid rise in politics -- Holmes demonstrates the central role Churchill's character played in the key decisions of his public life. With an already inflated sense of self, Churchill had several lucky escapes in combat -- in the Boer War and in the trenches of WWI -- convincing him that he was saved for a reason and was destined for greatness. In the Footsteps of Churchill uncovers a surprisingly different Churchill -- both admirable and difficult -- through the lens of his character. |
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The Bubble Reputation 18951901 | 39 |
The Tattered Flag 19011911 | 71 |
First Lord 19111915 and 19391940 | 95 |
The Great Betrayal 19141929 | 124 |
Climacteric 19291935 | 151 |
In the Wings 19361940 | 175 |
Centre Stage 19401942 | 202 |
Supporting Role 19421944 | 235 |
Final Act 19451965 | 271 |
Death Shall Have No Dominion | 294 |
Broadcast of 16 November 1934 302 | 343 |
The Atlantic Charter 308 | 343 |
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Picture Credits | 351 |
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Página 13 - Why, man, he doth bestride the narrow world, Like a Colossus ; and we petty men Walk under his huge legs, and peep about To find ourselves dishonourable graves.
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American Jennie: The Remarkable Life of Lady Randolph Churchill Anne Sebba Pré-visualização limitada - 2007 |