Cita Stelzer is an author and historian specializing in Winston Churchill and his circle. She is the author of 'Dinner with Churchill' and other works exploring Churchill's world. Her contributions to The Weekly Standard covered Churchill-related topics, British historical figures, and personal reflections on Churchill scholar Sir Martin Gilbert.
Clementine Churchill (1885-1977) is best known as Winston Churchill's wife. But as Sonia Purnell's deeply researched and readable biography demonstrates, she was much more than that. Clemmie—she allowed only Winston to call her Clemmie—was both a supportive and loving wife, yet developed sufficient…
In this tale of Winston Churchill and his war cabinet, the answer to the perennial question—Do we really need another book about Churchill?—is a definite Yes. Unlike many other studies, Jonathan Schneer focuses on Churchill the wily and astute politician, a man who managed domestic politics so…
Sir Martin’s passing was a sad day for who call ourselves Churchillians. His 8-volume biography of Sir Winston Churchill and the Companion volumes are the Everest of all biographies, and an indispensable source for anyone interested in the great man’s life and achievements. That this quiet,…
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