Churchill in Quotes celebrates the life
and wit of this iconic figure - combining archive photography with the
inspiring speeches, wry remarks and cutting comments he was known for.
Churchill, statesman, orator and former Prime Minister was a man whose words gave
hope and inspiration to the British people, and many 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 which have remained
unseen since they were first published in the newspapers and magazines of their
day.Sales points:
Updated format of
bestselling Churchill in Quotes with a refreshed
and contemporary design
Includes 200 historical
images from the archives of the Press Association
Photography of major
events in Churchill’s life and career
Major events in Churchill’s life, from his birth and early days at
Blenheim Palace to his marriage and the birth of his children
His service in the army, war correspondence and role as First Lord
of the Admiralty and appointment as Chancellor the Exchequer
Formation of government as wartime Prime Minister and the
political and cabinet posts held during almost 50 years
His career as a historian and author and his hobby as a sensitive
artist
The many honours bestowed upon him, his decline, retirement and
death at the age of 90 and the state funeral granted to him by the Queen