Winston Churchill is a renowned historical figure, whose remarkable political and military career continues to enthral. This book consists of short, highly readable chapters on key aspects of Churchill’s career. Written by leading experts, the chapters draw on documents from Churchill’s extensive personal papers as well as cutting–edge scholarship. Ranging from Churchill’s youthful statesmanship to the period of the Cold War, the volume considers his military strategy during both World Wars as well as dealing with the social, political and economic issues that helped define the Churchillian era. Suitable for those coming to Churchill for the first time, as well as providing new insights for those already familiar with his life, this is a sparkling collection of essays that provides an enlightening history of Churchill and his era. “[A] valuable biographical compendium that shows Churchill both beloved and controversial … Historians and students of British history have much to gain by reading these commendable essays. Summing Up: Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduates and above.” – CHOICE “This slim volume ... seeks to encompass the most important elements of his whole career ... [I]t is a reminder of the generosity and humanity that always lay behind Churchill’s outward bluster and bombast.” -Finest Hour “[S]ucceeds admirably in its stated goal of providing ‘a short, accessible and analytical introduction to the key themes in Churchill’s life.’” - A Blog on Winston Churchill (winstonchurchillblog.wordpress.com) Richard Toye is Professor of Modern History at the University of Exeter, UK. He has published widely in the field of 19th and 20th-century British and international history, including three books on Winston Churchill.