churchill, winston

Perhaps the two most visible people on the world stage in the Second World War were Winston Churchill, leader of Great Britain, and Adolf Hitler, leader of the Nazi regime in Germany. In retrospect, these two historical figures were some of the greatest rivals of all time. In this book, readers learn what happened when Hitler and Churchill were working against each other during WWII. Biographical information is included among the historical context that gives readers a sense of both the men and the time period they lived in.

"This . . . book takes on Churchill in his entirety, separating the man from the myth that he . . . cultivated, and scrutinizing his legacy on both sides of the Atlantic. In . . . prose, . . . [the author] illuminates key moments and controversies in Churchill's career--from the tragedy of Gallipoli, to his . . . imperialist and racist attitudes, dealings with Ireland, support for Zionism, and complicated engagement with European integration. Charting the evolution and appropriation of Churchill's reputation through to the present day, [this book] . . . renders the nuance and complexity of this giant of modern politics"--Provided by publisher.

"In 1943, as the war against Nazi Germany raged abroad, President Franklin Roosevelt had a critical goal: a face-to-face sit-down with his allies Joseph Stalin and Winston Churchill. This first-ever meeting of the Big Three in Tehran, Iran, would decide some of the most crucial strategic details of the war. Yet when the Nazis found out about the meeting, their own secret plan took shape--an assassination plot that would've changed history. A true story filled with daring rescues, body doubles, and political intrigue, The Nazi Conspiracy details FDR's pivotal meeting in Tehran and the deadly Nazi plot against the heads of state of the three major Allied powers who attended it"--Provided by publisher.

A fictional look at the life of Winston Churchill's wife Clementine during both World Wars.

A comprehensive annotated and cross-referenced collection of quotations derived from books, articles, speeches, letters, and papers by British leader Winston Churchill.

Covers the years from 1916-1922 when Churchill served in high posts of Lloyd George's Cabinet.

Discusses London's darkest year during the blitz through the day-to-day experience of Winston Churchill and those closest to him.

"Winston Churchill's famous grin is known worldwide, but there are many stories behind that smile, including military school, Nazis, terrified citizens, marriage, underground bunkers, grandchildren, and more"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a suspenseful chronicle of the history-shaping, secret World War II meetings between President Franklin D. Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, and Joseph Stalin.

Winston Churchill leads Great Britain through World War II accompanied by his miniature poodle Rufus, through the bombings of London, the invasion of Normandy, and post-war reconstruction. Includes quotations from Winston Churchill.