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Books : The Wicked Wit of Winston Churchillfrom: Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
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 Rating:  - Top drawer yet againAfter reading Dominique Enwright's excellent biography on Winston Churchill I had high hopes for this.I was not disappointed because this is fantastic addition to that book. The thing that I like about her books on Chuchill is the fact that they aren't overblown at all.They stick to the basic facts and hold your interest throughout.This fine effort showcases the wit of the great man in an easy to follow way and I have no hesitation in giving this a full five stars to go alongside Ms. Enwright's ... Read More Rating:  - flavor minus ingredientsa beautful cover and many mistakes in the text. no attribution for many quotes either. Rating: - Very enjoyableThis relatively small book is divided into several sections with slices from Churchill's life and quotations related to politics, speaches, friends, animals, family, etc. Here are few excerpts: While campaigning in 1900, it is said that the young Churchill was doing a spot of canvassing when one of those he approached exclaimed: "Vote for you? Why, I'd rather vote for the Devil!" "I understand", Churchill answered, "But in case your friend is not ... Read More Rating: - WHEN PARLIAMENT SPARKLEDAnyone watching the televised proceedings from Parliament could be forgiven for nodding off, given the uninspiring nature of much of the proceedings, and the mundane characters who participate. If you want a glimpse of what we're missing this book is essential reading. Winston Churchill was one of the great characters of the House, at a time when there was no shortage of such people. He is quoted as saying, of the then Russian Foreign Minister, "I have never seen a human being who more perfectly represented ... Read More Rating: - The Great British PatriotThis book sums up almost all the great qualities of a man who for so many was one of the greatest Englishman who ever lived. Full of quotes of indeed great wit and humour as well as thought and intelligence. Just a short read of this book will keep you in the best of spirits, and will surely put you in a most patriotic mood. A brilliant read and a must have book. Browse for similar items by category:
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