Churchill tells the story of one of history’s most fascinating and influential figures, Winston Churchill, in a riveting and eye-opening biography. Andrew Roberts provides readers with a comprehensive account of Churchill’s life, from his early political aspirations to his time as Prime Minister during World War II. Roberts offers readers a detailed examination of Churchill’s many accomplishments and influential beliefs, including his steadfast resolve.
For who is this book for ?
Churchill is a biography for anyone interested in learning more about the life of Winston Churchill. It offers an in-depth look at his many accomplishments and provides insight into why he is considered one of history’s most influential figures.
Pros :
- The book offers a comprehensive and detailed account of Churchill’s life.
- It provides an interesting examination of some of Churchill’s most influential beliefs and accomplishments.
- Churchill is written in a riveting style which makes it engaging to read.
Cons :
- Churchill is a long book that may be difficult for some readers to get through.
- Andrew Roberts does not shy away from discussing Churchill’s less admirable qualities, which could be off-putting to some people.
- The detail in the book can at times be overwhelming
Learn more about the author
Andrew Roberts is a British historian who specializes in the modern era. He has written several books on World War II and its leading figures, including Winston Churchill.
Reader Reviews
“A definitive, magisterial biography― essential reading for anyone interested in Churchill.”
“Churchill is a superb biography of one of the most interesting and influential figures in modern history. Andrew Roberts provides a comprehensive account of Churchill’s life, from his early political aspirations to his time as Prime Minister during World War II. He offers readers a detailed examination of Churchill’s many accomplishments and influential beliefs, including his steadfast resolve.”
“Roberts has written an exhaustively researched and wonderfully readable biography of one of the most complex and compelling figures in world history.”
“Churchill is a superb biography of one of the most fascinating and influential figures in history. Andrew Roberts provides a comprehensive account of Churchill’s life, from his early political aspirations to his time as Prime Minister during World War II. Roberts offers readers a detailed examination of Churchill’s many accomplishments and influential beliefs, including his steadfast resolve.”