William Manchester Bücher

Mit Textbeitr. u. a. von Lacouture, Jean ; Ritchin, Fred Zahlr. tls. farb. Abb. 464 S.

The Last Lion trilogy offers a profound and compelling portrait of Winston Churchill, showcasing his life as an adventurer, soldier, and statesman. Celebrated historian William Manchester's biographies delve into Churchill's leadership during WWII and his warnings against the Nazi threat, presenting a definitive account of this remarkable figure.

Spanning the years of 1940-1965, THE LAST LION picks up shortly after Winston Churchill became Prime Minister-when his tiny island nation stood alone against the overwhelming might of Nazi Germany. The Churchill conjured up by William Manchester and Paul Reid is a man of indomitable courage, lightning fast intellect, and an irresistible will to action. THE LAST LION brilliantly recounts how Churchill organized his nation's military response and defense; compelled FDR into supporting America's beleaguered cousins, and personified the "never surrender" ethos that helped the Allies win the war, while at the same time adapting himself and his country to the inevitable shift of world power from the British Empire to the United States. More than twenty years in the making, THE LAST LION presents a revelatory and unparalleled portrait of this brilliant, flawed, and dynamic leader. This is popular history at its most stirring.

Focusing on Winston Churchill's pivotal role during World War II and beyond, this narrative explores his leadership from 1940 to 1965. It details his efforts to galvanize Britain against Nazi Germany, secure U.S. support, and champion the spirit of resilience. The authors also highlight his warnings about the Soviet threat and his quest for diplomatic engagement with world leaders. Ultimately, it portrays Churchill's final years, showcasing his enduring courage in the face of mortality and his unwavering commitment to his nation's future.

The bestselling classic that indelibly captures the life and times of one of the most brilliant and controversial military figures of the twentieth century. "Electric...Tense with the feeling that this is the authentic MacArthur...Splendid reading." -- New York Times Inspiring, outrageous... A thundering paradox of a man. Douglas MacArthur, one of only five men in history to have achieved the rank of General of the United States Army. He served in World Wars I, II, and the Korean War, and is famous for stating that "in war, there is no substitute for victory." American Caesar examines the exemplary army career, the stunning successes (and lapses) on the battlefield, and the turbulent private life of the soldier-hero whose mystery and appeal created a uniquely American legend.

William Manchester's "authoritative and powerful" account (Time) of President John F. Kennedy's assassination. As the world still reeled from the tragic and historic events of November 22, 1963, William Manchester set out, at the request of the Kennedy family, to create a detailed, authoritative record of the days immediately preceding and following President John F. Kennedy's death. Through hundreds of interviews, abundant travel and firsthand observation, and with unique access to the proceedings of the Warren Commission, Manchester conducted an exhaustive historical investigation, accumulating forty-five volumes of documents, exhibits, and transcribed tapes. His ultimate objective -- to set down as a whole the national and personal tragedy that was JFK's assassination -- is brilliantly achieved in this galvanizing narrative, a book universally acclaimed as a landmark work of modern history.