In The Footsteps of ChurchillBasic Books, 23 de fev. de 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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... served to blunt charges of opportunism arising from his change in party allegiance by presenting a filial and ideological justification for it. There is one final indication of an unhealthy influence exercised over Winston by Lord ...
... served to blunt charges of opportunism arising from his change in party allegiance by presenting a filial and ideological justification for it. There is one final indication of an unhealthy influence exercised over Winston by Lord ...
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... served than most because after his father's biography he dictated all his books, correcting rather than rewriting them in typed draft.Thus the rise and fall of intensity in the language employed in My Early Life is a firm indicator of ...
... served than most because after his father's biography he dictated all his books, correcting rather than rewriting them in typed draft.Thus the rise and fall of intensity in the language employed in My Early Life is a firm indicator of ...
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... Served with a libel writ, he made an unreserved retraction and paid £400 damages.Winston had instructed that the money be given to charity, but his solicitor prevailed upon him to keep it. One doubts that he needed much persuading ...
... Served with a libel writ, he made an unreserved retraction and paid £400 damages.Winston had instructed that the money be given to charity, but his solicitor prevailed upon him to keep it. One doubts that he needed much persuading ...
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... served his interest.There is another point, remarked upon with reference to Field Marshal Haig by Norman Dixon in his seminal work on military psychology, that an obsessive personality loves to use other people's money but hates parting ...
... served his interest.There is another point, remarked upon with reference to Field Marshal Haig by Norman Dixon in his seminal work on military psychology, that an obsessive personality loves to use other people's money but hates parting ...
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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 |
Notes and References 317 | 344 |
Picture Credits | 351 |
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Página 324 - Second, they desire to see no territorial changes that do not accord with the freely expressed wishes of the peoples concerned; ^ -Jhird, they respect the right of- all peoples to choose the form of government under which they will live; and they wish to see sovereign rights and self-government restored to those who have been forcibly deprived of them...
Página 211 - ... we shall never surrender, and even if, which I do not for a moment believe, this island or a large part of it were subjugated and starving, then our Empire beyond the seas, armed and guarded by the British Fleet, would carry on the struggle, until, in God's good time, the new world, with all its power and might, steps forth to the rescue and the liberation of the old.
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.
Página 47 - Far-called, our navies melt away, On dune and headland sinks the fire; Lo all our pomp of yesterday Is one with Nineveh and Tyre.
Página 88 - The mood and temper of the public in regard to the treatment of crime and criminals is one of the most unfailing tests of the civilization of any country.
Página 201 - I was conscious of a profound sense of relief. At last I had the authority to give directions over the whole scene. I felt as if I were walking with destiny, and that all my past life had been but a preparation for this hour and for this trial.
Página 324 - FOURTH, they will endeavor, with due respect for their existing obligations, to further the enjoyment by all States, great or small, victor or vanquished, of access, on equal terms, to the trade and to the raw materials of the world which are needed for their economic prosperity...
Página 324 - First, their countries seek no aggrandizement, territorial or other; Second, they desire to see no territorial changes that do not accord with the freely expressed wishes of the peoples concerned; Third, they respect the right of all peoples to choose the form of government under which they will live; and they wish to see sovereign rights and self-government restored to those who have been forcibly deprived of them...
Página 290 - I am now going to say something that will astonish you. The first step in the re-creation of the European family must be a partnership between France and Germany. In this way only can France recover the moral leadership of Europe. There can be no revival of Europe without a spiritually great France and a spiritually great Germany.
Página 324 - Sixth, after the final destruction of the Nazi tyranny, they hope to see established a peace which will afford to all nations the means of dwelling in safety within their own boundaries, and which will afford assurance that all the men in all the lands may live out their lives in freedom from fear and want...
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American Jennie: The Remarkable Life of Lady Randolph Churchill Anne Sebba Visualização parcial - 2007 |