Presents a brief biography of Winston Churchill, British statesman, soldier, and historian, describing his childhood, his political career, his personal life, and the legacy of his leadership during World War II.
A photographic history of Winston Churchill, discussing his family heritage, his boyhood and youth, his political career and leadership of Britain during World War II, and his later life.
a nation's history through the lives of its foremost leaders
Schwartzwald, Jack L.
2012
This study offers a comprehensive account of Israel's history through the lives of nine of its leading citizens and founders. Each chapter chronicles one of nine leading protagonists. The result is a narrative that traces events from the genesis of modern political Zionism in the late 19th century to the present.
Tony Blair's emergence as a Labour Party leader in 1994 British politics marked a seismic shift for England. By 1997 he had transformed his party and become prime minister bringing to an end eighteen years of Conservative government while guiding Labour for three terms. During his tenure he dealt with the death of Princess Diana, the war on terror, negotiations for peace in Northern Ireland, reforms to British public service areas, and constant meetings with leaders on the world stage over issues that affected the entire world.
Tony Blair made his way through Great Britain's governmental system as a member of Parliament and then as Prime Minister of Great Britain in only 14 years. Representing the Labour Party he advocated modernization, helped negotiate a major peace settlement in Northern Ireland and was a strong leader freeing Kosovo of Slobodan Milosevic. In May 2005 Blair won a record third term as Prime Minister and dealt with London's terrorist bombings.