The Churchill Factor: How One Man Made History by Boris Johnson (English) Paperb

Description: The Churchill Factor by Boris Johnson Written by Prime Minister Boris Johnson in 2014, The Churchill Factor is essential reading for anyone who wants to know what makes a great leader in a time of crisis. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description He writes with gusto... the result is a book that is never boring, genuinely clever ... this book sizzles. The TimesThe point of the Churchill Factor is that one man can make all the difference.Marking the fiftieth anniversary of Winston Churchills death, Boris Johnson explores what makes up the Churchill Factor - the singular brilliance of one of the most important leaders of the twentieth century. Taking on the myths and misconceptions along with the outsized reality, he portrays - with characteristic wit and passion-a man of multiple contradictions, contagious bravery, breath-taking eloquence, matchless strategizing, and deep humanity.Fearless on the battlefield, Churchill had to be ordered by the King to stay out of action on D-Day; he pioneered aerial bombing, yet hated the destruction of war and scorned politicians who had not experienced its horrors. He was a celebrated journalist, a great orator and won the Nobel Prize for Literature. He was famous for his ability to combine wining and dining with many late nights of crucial wartime decision-making. His open-mindedness made him a pioneer in health care, education, and social welfare, though he remained incorrigibly politically incorrect. Most of all, as Boris Johnson says, Churchill is the resounding human rebuttal to all who think history is the story of vast and impersonal economic forces. THE CHURCHILL FACTOR is a book to be enjoyed not only by anyone interested in history: it is essential reading for anyone who wants to know what makes a great leader. Notes Written in conjunction with the Churchill Estate, this new biography of Winston Churchill ties in with the 50th anniversary of his death. London Mayor and historian Johnson looks at Churchills character, including his youth, his way with words and his patriotism. Takes on the myths and misconceptions along with the outsized reality, and portrays a man of contradictions. Now in paperback. Author Biography Boris Johnson was elected Mayor of London in May 2008. Before this he was the Editor of the Spectator, Member of Parliament for Henley on Thames, Shadow Minister for the Arts and Shadow Minister for Higher Education. He is the author of many books, notably Johnsons Life of London (re-issued as The Spirit of London), Have I Got Views for You and Dream of Rome. Review Genuinely clever... this book sizzles. - The TimesChurchills own energy - his indefatigable pursuit of excitement, glory, place and power - demands a writer of fizz and passion to do history justice. Johnson is that writer. - Mail on SundayA bravura performance...Johnson has not only celebrated Churchill in this book: he has emulated him with comparable panache. - Financial TimesAn engagingly written romp through the elder statesmans greatest achievements. - ObserverReadable, engaging and often funny. - Evening StandardA characteristically breathless romp through the life and times of our greatest wartime leader...high on entertainment as it is on providing an appraisal of the great mans achievements. - TelegraphRiveting...Boris is a superb, accessible writer, with an easy, good-humoured touch. - IndependentThe books style is often chatty, enthusiastic and as funny as you would expect. - The Spectator Promotional Boris Johnson brings the legacy of Sir Winston Churchill back to life, to mark the 50th anniversary of his death. Long Description He writes with gusto... the result is a book that is never boring, genuinely clever ... this book sizzles. The Times The point of the Churchill Factor is that one man can make all the difference.Marking the fiftieth anniversary of Winston Churchills death, Boris Johnson explores what makes up the Churchill Factor - the singular brilliance of one of the most important leaders of the twentieth century. Taking on the myths and misconceptions along with the outsized reality, he portrays - with characteristic wit and passion-a man of multiple contradictions, contagious bravery, breath-taking eloquence, matchless strategizing, and deep humanity.Fearless on the battlefield, Churchill had to be ordered by the King to stay out of action on D-Day; he pioneered aerial bombing, yet hated the destruction of war and scorned politicians who had not experienced its horrors. He was a celebrated journalist, a great orator and won the Nobel Prize for Literature. He was famous for his ability to combine wining and dining with many late nights of crucial wartime decision-making. His open-mindedness made him a pioneer in health care, education, and social welfare, though he remained incorrigibly politically incorrect. Most of all, as Boris Johnson says, Churchill is the resounding human rebuttal to all who think history is the story of vast and impersonal economic forces. THE CHURCHILL FACTOR is a book to be enjoyed not only by anyone interested in history: it is essential reading for anyone who wants to know what makes a great leader. Review Quote Johnsons history of Churchill is well crafted, amply researched, and a pleasure to read. It can serve as a change of pace from more plodding accounts. Promotional "Headline" Written by Prime Minister Boris Johnson in 2014, The Churchill Factor is essential reading for anyone who wants to know what makes a great leader in a time of crisis. Description for Sales People The Churchill Factor was an international bestseller in HB selling over 200,000 copies, and has been translated into more than 15 languages. Details ISBN144478305X Author Boris Johnson Year 2015 ISBN-10 144478305X ISBN-13 9781444783056 Format Paperback Publication Date 2015-07-02 Media Book Pages 432 Imprint Hodder Paperback Subtitle How One Man Made History Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 941.082092 Publisher Hodder & Stoughton Short Title The Churchill Factor Language English UK Release Date 2015-07-02 Illustrations 2 X 8pp b&w Audience General AU Release Date 2015-09-07 NZ Release Date 2015-09-07 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:94011754;

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