Roy Jenkins Bücher
Roy Harris Jenkins, Baron Jenkins of Hillhead, war ein profilierter britischer Politiker und gefeierter Schriftsteller, der sich besonders auf Biografien spezialisierte. Er bekleidete in den 1960er und 1970er Jahren bedeutende Ämter als Labour-Abgeordneter und Minister. Später wurde er der erste und bisher einzige britische Präsident der Europäischen Kommission und war einer der Hauptgründer der Social Democratic Party. Seine Werke zeichnen sich durch fundierte Analysen und ein tiefes Verständnis historischer Persönlichkeiten und politischer Zusammenhänge aus.
The British Liberal Tradition
From Gladstone Through to Young Churchill, Asquith, and Lloyd George - Is Blair Their Heir?
- 64 Seiten
- 3 Lesestunden
The narrative explores the evolution of the British Liberal party through the leadership of notable prime ministers such as Gladstone, Churchill, Asquith, and Lloyd George. It examines their impact on the party's trajectory and contrasts their legacies with that of contemporary Prime Minister Tony Blair, highlighting the enduring influence of historical political dynamics on modern governance.
From the admiralty to the miner's strike, from the Battle of Britain to the Nobel Prize, Churchill oversaw some of the most important events the World has ever seen. Roy Jenkins faithfully presents these events, while also managing to convey the contradictions and quirks in Churchill's character. In depth analysis and brilliant historical research make this a magnificent one-volume biography of an extraordinary life. In some ways a companion piece to his excellent biography of Gladstone, Churchill is packed with insights that only a fellow politician could convey.
This biography presents a comprehensive and compelling exploration of a significant historical figure, crafted by a bestselling author known for their insightful narratives. It delves into the complexities of the subject's life, highlighting key events and contributions that shaped history. Available now in paperback, it offers readers a chance to engage with an in-depth account that combines meticulous research with engaging storytelling, making it a valuable addition to any history enthusiast's collection.
Mr Attlee: an Interim Biography
- 300 Seiten
- 11 Lesestunden
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A new dystopian book series, this novel explores themes of success, work and relationships through coming-of-age characters, who navigate a society controlled by technology and demonstrations of each person's worth. Comparisons can be drawn with Huxley's Brave New World, Ishiguro's Never Let Me Go and concepts presented in Netflix's Black Mirror.
Čtivý portrét z pera předního britského historika a životopisce líčí životní osudy jedné z klíčových osobností britské politické scény minulého století. William Gladstone vstoupil jako poslanec na britskou politickou scénu už v roce 1832. Původně byl konzervativcem, ale jako stoupenec politiky svobodného obchodu přešel k liberálům, jejichž vůdcem se stal v šedesátých letech. V různých vládách působil jako ministr už od čtyřicátých let, až posléze mezi lety 1868-1894 po čtyřikrát zastával funkci předsedy vlády. Gladstoneův důraz na morální rozměr politiky se projevoval nejen na domácí půdě, ale i v zahraniční politice.
