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ISBN: 0143128914

ISBN13: 9780143128915

Clementine: The Life of Mrs. Winston Churchill

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"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

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Clementine

Published by Vakraus , 1 year ago
Did not like this book. It was so boring. Goodness!

Surprisingly Informative

Published by Best N Class , 2 years ago
This is such an “inside look” into the lives of Winston Churchill and his strongest advocate — his wife, Clementine. Even history buffs will be captivated by the story of this shrewd, strong marriage partner, who made her life’s work the advancement of Winston’s image and base of support. An astonishing woman whose support and energy any leader would covet.

I could not put it down

Published by Zeta , 5 years ago
This is an excellent book that has many details that I stopped to reread parts. Clemmie as called by her friends is in for a life of excitement, fame and glamour. Her mother Lady Blanche barely made ends meet. Clemmie worked designing and sewing clothing before she married Winston. She had a sharp eye for fashion. Poor Clemmie although she loved Winston and he loved her , he was very impulsive with ideas and money .He would have been ruined had she not pulled back the strings. Clemmie often went away for a rest, Winston moved at a largely accelerated pace and he wore out Clemmie. AS she got older it was at the hospital and Electric shock for Clemmie's severe depression. The couple had 5 children, one died at 2 years old and the first 3 three did not turn out well.Only 1 child Mary was normal. I believe that Winston was bipolar and Clemmie severely depressed, so I believe that is why three children were mentally ill. This book is well worth reading. If you love people and history this is the book for you.
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