James Marchant (1867–1956)

This tribute to Sir Winston Churchill on his eightieth birthday is the work of many illustrious hands. Within these covers lies a composite portrait drawn by some of the greatest of his colleagues and contemporaries, each enjoying some particular vantage point from which to view Sir Winston’s incomparable stature. Each has written, as a mark of respect, of admiration, and of affection, his personal impressions of one particular aspect of the man who stands so high above every other statesman in the world of the twentieth century. Together the first-hand impressions make a volume which will be treasured by all who appreciate the debt of gratitude Britain and the Commonwealth owe to his long and devoted service.… (más)