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Highlight: '...if you want a good overview of things important to the man, here's a great place to start.'

Historical Miniatures Gaming Society, November 2024

'a beautiful book that will pique the interests of Churchillians of all ages and levels of study… Whether you are just beginning your Churchillian journey or have been on it for a while, you will enjoy reading this book and will learn something about the Great Man you probably did not already know.’

Brian Krapf, International Churchill Society

‘This book is the perfect way to get to know Churchill and, for those who know him already, to get to know him even better. I cannot recommend it too highly.’

Allan Mallinson, Country Life magazine

Article: 'At the heart of a great man'

Country Life

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

Winston Churchill in 100 Objects by Phil Reed, Anthony Richards is a great book especially if you love history. He is one of the most recognisable public figures of the twentieth century, Sir Winston Churchill.
This book is featuring one hundred objects accompanied by fascinating descriptions and captivating photographs. Readers are taken back to Churchill’s infancy and shows his baby rattle and his christening robe; to his life as a young boy with his tin soldiers and a school report, to his time as a young man in military service with his 4th Hussars service uniform, right through to his many years in public office with letters from kings, queens and presidents; his chair in the Churchill War Rooms cabinet room; and, of course, his iconic bowler hat and so many more objects are shown and talked about within this book.

A wonderful book and compiled by experienced archivists and Churchill experts Phil Reed and Anthony Richards, this unique collection shows the personal and professional sides of Churchill in a new and fascinating light.
It is a compelling, educational and revelatory book that is truly one-of-a-kind.

NetGalley, Nessa Thompson

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

I couldn't resist requesting this book. Included in its pages are 100 items, either that Churchill owned or ephemera like newspapers or posters that related to the man. I found the book quite interesting as I've read quite a few biographies on Churchill and plan to tackle some of his written work. It was enlightening to see things like Chartwell and a whole church moved from Great Britain to the United States, as well as the final resting place of Churchill's nanny, and where he proposed to Clementine.

Controversial or not these days, Churchill did save the western world and was probably the greatest influence upon the 20th century.

NetGalley, Jennifer J

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect for anyone interested in Churchill, and his times. A wide variety of objects from HMS Belfast to cigars to Chartwell, and beyond - some big and some tiny. A very enjoyable read, and easy to dip in and out of.

Recommended.

NetGalley, Helen Keeping

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

A must-read for Churchill fans, who will be intrigued by the 100 Winnie-related items and their history that shed unique light on the iconic statesman.

NetGalley, Literary Redhead

‘An imaginative and insightful new history of one of Britain’s greatest politicians.’

Roger Moorhouse, author of The Devils’ Alliance: Hitler’s Pact with Stalin and Hitler’s Third Reich in 100 Objects

‘A brilliant cradle-to-grave cavalcade, the commonplace and the extraordinary of a life without parallel.’

Brigadier Allan Mallinson, author of The Making of the British Army

‘A fantastic glimpse into the life of a remarkable British icon – Winston Churchill as you have never seen him before. Full of wonderful insight.’

Anthony Tucker-Jones, author of Churchill Master and Commander

‘A book that brings Churchill’s long life alive; connecting the reader to his many actions and interests through a carefully curated selection of objects.’

Allen Packwood, Director, Churchill Archives Centre

‘This wonderful book brings Sir Winston Churchill to life in a powerful and original way. To focus on the objects that he worked with, relaxed with, and often delighted in allows us to see Churchill in a new light, and no one could be more expert guides to them than Phil Reed and Anthony Richards.’

Andrew Roberts, author of Churchill: Walking with Destiny