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The Prime Ministers We Never Had: Success and Failure from Butler to Corbyn

by Steve Richards
The Prime Ministers We Never Had: Success and Failure from Butler to Corbyn - Thryft
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Untold stories of influential prime ministers in Britain.

This book is a captivating exploration of the lives and careers of 11 significant British politicians who, despite their immense talent and potential, fell short of becoming prime ministers. With astute analysis and compelling storytelling, Steve Richards delves into their unique attributes and the reasons behind their failed aspirations. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a political junkie, this book offers fresh insights into the dynamic world of British politics, revealing the intriguing stories of influential figures often left untold.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Prime Ministers We Never Had: Success and Failure from Butler to Corbyn

by Steve Richards
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ISBN: 9781838952419
Authors: Steve Richards
Publisher: Atlantic Books
Date of Publication: 2021-09-02
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Politics, History
Related Topics: History, Politics
Goodreads rating: 4.08
(rated by 490 readers)

Description

BOOK OF THE YEAR, The Times, Guardian and Prospect Was Harold Wilson a bigger figure than Denis Healey? Was John Major more 'prime ministerial' than Michael Heseltine? Would David Miliband have become prime minister if it were not for his brother Ed? Would Ed have become prime minister if it were not for David? How close did Jeremy Corbyn come to being prime minister? In this piercing and original study, journalist and commentator Steve Richards looks at eleven prime ministers we never had, examining what made each of these illustrious figures unique and why they failed to make the final leap to the very top. Combining astute insights into the demands of leadership with compelling historical analysis, this fascinating exploration of failure and success sheds new light on some of the most compelling characters in British public life.
 

Untold stories of influential prime ministers in Britain.

This book is a captivating exploration of the lives and careers of 11 significant British politicians who, despite their immense talent and potential, fell short of becoming prime ministers. With astute analysis and compelling storytelling, Steve Richards delves into their unique attributes and the reasons behind their failed aspirations. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a political junkie, this book offers fresh insights into the dynamic world of British politics, revealing the intriguing stories of influential figures often left untold.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.