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Churchill in Quotes: Wit and Wisdom From the Great Statesman Hardcover
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ISBN: 9781781454800
Author: AMMONITE PRESS
Sir Winston Churchill, statesman, orator, and former Prime Minister, was a man whose words gave hope and inspiration to the British people. Many of his words are as relevant today as they were during the war years. Churchill’s speeches were not always confined to serious political rhetoric and motivation—his off-the-cuff quips and comments displayed a wry wit and humour.
This book is a celebration of an outstanding figure in British history, presented in almost 200 photographs hand-picked from the vast archives of the Press Association. Many of these images have remained unseen since they were first published in the newspapers and magazines of their day.
Highlights of Churchill's Life and Legacy:
- Major events in Churchill’s life: From his birth and early days at Blenheim Palace to his marriage and the birth of his children.
- Military service and political roles: His service in the army, war correspondence, role as First Lord of the Admiralty, and appointment as Chancellor of the Exchequer.
- Wartime leadership: Formation of government as wartime Prime Minister and the political and cabinet posts held during almost 50 years.
- Creative pursuits: His career as a historian and author, alongside his hobby as a sensitive artist.
- Later years and legacy: The many honours bestowed upon him, his decline, retirement, and death at the age of 90, culminating in the state funeral granted to him by the Queen.
This book is both a tribute to Churchill’s extraordinary life and a visual journey through the moments that defined him.
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Churchill in Quotes: Wit and Wisdom From the Great Statesman Hardcover
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