For the many Churchill fans, an important work, uniquely centred on the focus, flexibility but also paradoxes of Churchill's imperialist worldview. Lightness of touch Toye may not have, but the overview is comprehensive so one gets the whole picture of Churchill's career, with insightful analysis. Also a useful tool for a better understanding of the political thinking of Europe in the nineteenth century, and the significant strains and stresses leading up to the two world wars and beyond.
(Kathie Somerwil Ayrton - bwl 74 Autumn 2014 ) |
