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Clementine : The Life of Mrs. Winston Churchill by Sonia Purnell (2016, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
ISBN-100143128914
ISBN-139780143128915
eBay Product ID (ePID)219637631
Product Key Features
Book TitleClementine : the Life of Mrs. Winston Churchill
Number of Pages464 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicWomen, Military / World War II, Political, Historical
Publication Year2016
GenreBiography & Autobiography, History
AuthorSonia Purnell
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1 in
Item Weight14.6 Oz
Item Length8.4 in
Item Width5.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal941.08/092 B
Synopsis"Engrossing...the first formal biography of a woman who has heretofore been relegated to the sidelines." -The New York Times From the author of the New York Times bestseller A Woman of No Importance, a long overdue tribute to the extraordinary woman who was Winston Churchill's closest confidante, fiercest critic and shrewdest advisor that captures the intimate dynamic of one of history's most fateful marriages. Late in life, Winston Churchill claimed that victory in the Second World War would have been "impossible" without the woman who stood by his side for fifty-seven turbulent years. Why, then, do we know so little about her? In this landmark biography, a finalist for the Plutarch prize, Sonia Purnell finally gives Clementine Churchill her due. Born into impecunious aristocracy, the young Clementine Hozier was the target of cruel snobbery. Many wondered why Winston married her, when the prime minister's daughter was desperate for his attention. Yet their marriage proved to be an exceptional partnership. "You know,"Winston confided to FDR, "I tell Clemmie everything." Through the ups and downs of his tumultuous career, in the tense days when he stood against Chamberlain and the many months when he helped inspire his fellow countrymen and women to keep strong and carry on, Clementine made her husband's career her mission, at the expense of her family, her health and, fatefully, of her children. Any real consideration of Winston Churchill is incomplete without an understanding of their relationship. Clementine is both the first real biography of this remarkable woman and a fascinating look inside their private world. "Sonia Purnell has at long last given Clementine Churchill the biography she deserves. Sensitive yet clear-eyed, Clementine tells the fascinating story of a complex woman struggling to maintain her own identity while serving as the conscience and principal adviser to one of the most important figures in history. I was enthralled all the way through." -Lynne Olson, bestselling author of Citizens of London, "Engrossing...the first formal biography of a woman who has heretofore been relegated to the sidelines." -The New York Times A long overdue tribute to the extraordinary woman who was Winston Churchill's closest confidante, fiercest critic and shrewdest advisor that captures the intimate dynamic of one of history's most fateful marriages, from the author of A Woman of No Importance The Untold Story of the American Spy Who Helped Win World War II Late in life, Winston Churchill claimed that victory in the Second World War would have been "impossible" without the woman who stood by his side for fifty-seven turbulent years. Why, then, do we know so little about her? In this landmark biography, a finalist for the Plutarch prize, Sonia Purnell finally gives Clementine Churchill her due. Born into impecunious aristocracy, the young Clementine Hozier was the target of cruel snobbery. Many wondered why Winston married her, when the prime minister's daughter was desperate for his attention. Yet their marriage proved to be an exceptional partnership. "You know,"Winston confided to FDR, "I tell Clemmie everything." Through the ups and downs of his tumultuous career, in the tense days when he stood against Chamberlain and the many months when he helped inspire his fellow countrymen and women to keep strong and carry on, Clementine made her husband's career her mission, at the expense of her family, her health and, fatefully, of her children. Any real consideration of Winston Churchill is incomplete without an understanding of their relationship. Clementine is both the first real biography of this remarkable woman and a fascinating look inside their private world. "Sonia Purnell has at long last given Clementine Churchill the biography she deserves. Sensitive yet clear-eyed, Clementine tells the fascinating story of a complex woman struggling to maintain her own identity while serving as the conscience and principal adviser to one of the most important figures in history. I was enthralled all the way through." -Lynne Olson, bestselling author of Citizens of London
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- 13 Apr, 2021
Great Girl
Interesting book. A really great lady behind a great man. Right dose of gossip and important historic facts (57 consecutive days of German bombing over London in 1940!!) There is no doubt Winston could have succeeded without Clemmie !Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 03 Feb, 2020
Clementine Churchill
I enjoy reading about history and the lives of some people such as Clementine Churchill. I had not realized that was her name and did not know much about her until I read this book. For me it is slow reading as I want to get her story so I try not to skip over anything. Very informative.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 25 Jul, 2022
a fine portrait of a strong , long sighted woman very important in world history
one of the best biographies i have ever readVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 08 Dec, 2020
Worth Reading
Great book about Clementine Churchill.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 29 Jan, 2019
Loved it!
Such a great read. Great insight into their lives and era.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
