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Bezig met laden... Oblivion or Glory: 1921 and the Making of Winston Churchilldoor David Stafford
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An engaging and original account of 1921, a pivotal year for Churchill that had a lasting impact on his political and personal legacy After the tragic consequences of his involvement in the catastrophic Dardanelles Campaign of World War I, Churchill's political career seemed over. He was widely regarded as little more than a bombastic and unpredictable buccaneer until, in 1921, an unexpected inheritance heralded a series of events that laid the foundations for his future success. Renowned Churchill scholar David Stafford delves into the statesman's life in 1921, the year in which his political career revived. From his political negotiations in the Anglo-Irish treaty that created the Irish Free State to his tumultuous relationship with his "wild cousin" Clare Sheridan, sculptor of Lenin and subject of an MI5 investigation, this broad account explores the nuances of Churchill's private and public lives. This is an engaging portrait of this overlooked yet pivotal year in the great man's life. Geen bibliotheekbeschrijvingen gevonden. |
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In addition to his political life, readers learn about his personal life and his strong family ties. In 1921 he suffered the loss of his mother and his daughter Marigold. Both deaths deeply troubled him and he was supported throughout his grief by his wife Clementine and brother Jack. He liked to spend money and in 1921 he came into an inheritance which relieved many of his financial worries. Painting was his greatest avocation and there was a successful exhibition of his pictures in Paris. All in all, Churchill is shown as an energetic and multi-talented individual, albeit sometimes lacking in judgement.
This book an excellent introductory biography of Churchill. So many books have been written about him that it's difficult to know where to go first if you want to read up on him. This book is a good beginning because it's readable, informative, and a balanced account without being fawning or over-critical.
Recommended.
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The publisher provided a complementary advance reading copy of this book through Netgalley. The comments about it are my own. ( )