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The Times Churchill

By James Owen and Times Books
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A must-read for anyone with an interest in history, politics, or the fascinating story and enduring legacy of an extraordinary figure: Winston Churchill. Widely regarded as one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century, Sir Winston Churchill was a central figure in shaping British... Read More
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A must-read for anyone with an interest in history, politics, or the fascinating story and enduring legacy of an extraordinary figure: Winston Churchill.

An insightful new commemorative biography of Winston Churchill’s life and legacy

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A must-read for anyone with an interest in history, politics, or the fascinating story and enduring legacy of an extraordinary figure: Winston Churchill.

Widely regarded as one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century, Sir Winston Churchill was a central figure in shaping British and global politics throughout his momentous career and more than six decades in the public eye.

Published to commemorate what would have been his 150th birthday, this volume draws on a wealth of archive material from The Times and Imperial War Museums, and features previously unpublished material, including:

  • Private letters and correspondence
  • Rarely seen photographs
  • Historic articles from The Times archive
  • Original artwork, posters and wartime imagery from Imperial War Museums

This superbly illustrated edition offers a unique and nuanced perspective on the tireless statesman and victorious wartime leader.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008699871

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 10 October 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Times Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 195.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 920g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

James Owen is an author, historian and journalist who has written regularly for The Times for the last 15 years. Prestigious reference books covering a range of interests and hobbies.

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