The fascinating story of a politician whose gifts would have entitled him to be Prime Minister had he not lacked the common touch and had he seized his opportunities. Instead he was an outstanding Home Secretary, whose reforms still affect our lives, and a very successful Chancellor. His taste for the high life and 'interesting' private life add colour. Perhaps too detailed in parts but still a very good read.
(Tony Pratt - bwl 73 Summer 2014 ) |
