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Winston Churchill is arguably one of the most recognizable figures of the 20th century. Resolute, controversial, and still—a once-in-a generation politician who gave London the courage to endure the Blitz, wooed the Americans to open a second front, and invested in new and unproven technologies that may well have turned the tide of war. TBRH has curated the best books about Winston Churchill. These books examine Churchill’s rise to prominence, his private and public life, and reveal the quirky character of a man who was destined to lead.
These books are by accomplished authors who examine different aspects of Churchill’s career. Each reveal a different side of a multi-dimensional man. In two cases, we recommend books that are compilations of Churchill’s own writings. These round out the examination of Churchill in his own words, both those designed for public consumption and those that were originally intended to be private correspondence. As a whole, these books provide a well-rounded (no pun intended) review of a legendary man. Whether you are a Churchill buff or not, we think you will find some new reads and new perspectives in this list of best books about Winston Churchill.
1. The Splendid and the Vile
by Erik Larson
A Review, via Haiku
Churchill. He taught them
The art of being fearless.
Legacy? Freedom.
2. Churchill’s Bomb: How the United States Overtook Britain in the First Nuclear Arms Race
by Graham Farmelo
A Review, via Haiku
Obsessed with science
But sets his sights too narrow.
Exports advantage.
3. Hero of the Empire
by Candice Millard
A Review, via Haiku
Intrigue, suspense, yet…
Biographical. Study
of the Last Lion.
4. Churchill: Walking With Destiny
by Andrew Roberts
A Review, via Haiku
How did Young Winston
Become: The Heart and Courage
of Britain? Lion.
5. Memoirs of the Second World War
by Winston Churchill
A Review, via Haiku
Winston: His own words
Stories of defiance, heart.
Tales of who we were.
6. Letters for the Ages: The Private and Personal Letters of Sir Winston Churchill
by Winston Churchill (Edited by James Drake and Allen Packwood)
A Review, via Haiku
A more private man
Behind the public figure.
Seeing him anew.
7. Churchill’s Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare: The Mavericks Who Plotted Hitler’s Defeat
by Giles Milton
A Review, via Haiku
1939:
Destroy Hitler’s War Machine.
Sabotage, chaps? Aye.