Churchill's War in Words

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His Finest Quotes, 1939-1945

By Jonathan Asbury

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Churchill's War in Words by Jonathan Asbury offers a fascinating exploration of World War II through Winston Churchill's own words. This historical account provides insight into Churchill's leadership and rhetorical skills by delving into speeches, letters, and memos that highlight his pivotal role during the war. The book vividly illustrates the impact of his communication in galvanising and sustaining the British spirit amidst the trials of war.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the powerful speeches and writings of Winston Churchill during World War II, capturing the strength and resolve that inspired a nation. This work offers a rich exploration of his words, providing both historical context and a deeper understanding of his leadership and rhetorical genius. Perfect for history buffs and those interested in military strategy and communication.

Churchill's War in Words

* Uncovers the first-hand story of Churchill's Second World War as it unfolded at the time * Features quotations from Churchill's speeches, articles, letters and secret memos * Gathers together wartime quotations about Britain's bulldog leader * Accompanying narrative provides context and commentary * Features around 100 images

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Churchill's War in Words transports the reader back to the storm-struck days of the Second World War. Focusing only on words used at the time, it reveals the way that Winston Churchill talked about the conflict in public and in private. It also shows how he was viewed by family, friends, politicians, military leaders, staff, voters, allies, and enemies.

Presented in chronological order and accompanied by short year-by-year introductions, the quotations convey afresh the full force of Churchill's oratory. They illustrate the wit he displayed in the face of often appalling odds, and the hopes and fears he inspired in those around him.

Together, these elements reveal to the modern reader what it was truly like to be locked in a struggle in which victory—or total defeat—was yet to be decided. Together, they tell the extraordinary story of Churchill's War in Words.

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Churchill's War in Words is appreciated as a visually engaging book that combines quotes from Churchill's speeches with diverse observations from friends, politicians, staff, and even adversaries like Josef Goebbels. The book is noted for its heavy illustrative content and serves well as a concise coffee table book reflecting on Churchill's wartime rhetoric.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781904897361

Publisher: Imperial War Museum

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 November 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Imperial War Museum

Illustration: 100 (approx.) black & white and colour

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 165.0mm

Height: 165.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 224

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Education & Reference European History History & Military Jonathan Asbury Military History Non-Fiction Politics & Current Affairs

About the Author

Jonathan Asbury is the author of Secrets of Churchill's War Rooms as well as the offi cial Churchill War Rooms guidebook, and guidebooks for HMS Belfast, IWM London, IWM North and IWM Duxford. He is a graduate of Churchill College, Cambridge - founded in honour of the wartime Prime Minister - and has enjoyed a life-long fascination with the way that the Second World War was won.