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Mentioned in 17 episodes
The Splendid and the Vile
A Saga of Churchill, Family, and Defiance During the Blitz
Book • 2019
The book chronicles the period from May 1940 to May 1941, highlighting Churchill's leadership during the Battle of Britain and the Blitz.
It draws on diaries, archival documents, and once-secret intelligence reports to provide a vivid portrayal of Churchill's family, including his wife Clementine, their children, and his close advisers.
The narrative delves into the personal and political challenges faced by Churchill as he navigated the critical early months of World War II, emphasizing his eloquence, courage, and perseverance in the face of unrelenting horror.
It draws on diaries, archival documents, and once-secret intelligence reports to provide a vivid portrayal of Churchill's family, including his wife Clementine, their children, and his close advisers.
The narrative delves into the personal and political challenges faced by Churchill as he navigated the critical early months of World War II, emphasizing his eloquence, courage, and perseverance in the face of unrelenting horror.
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Mentioned in 17 episodes
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Morgan Housel as an example of an author who uses short chapters to keep readers engaged.
Morgan Housel as an example of an author who uses short chapters to keep readers engaged.
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David Senra as a book about Winston Churchill's time as prime minister during World War II.
David Senra as a book about Winston Churchill's time as prime minister during World War II.
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Mentioned by David Senra as a podcast episode previously covered, focusing on Winston Churchill during World War II.
David Senra as a podcast episode previously covered, focusing on Winston Churchill during World War II.233 snips
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Recommended by David Senra for its intimate account of Churchill's first year as prime minister during the Blitz.
David Senra for its intimate account of Churchill's first year as prime minister during the Blitz.162 snips
#196 Winston Churchill (Leadership during WW2)
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Dara Khosrowshahi for its captivating portrayal of Churchill during a pivotal moment in history.
Dara Khosrowshahi for its captivating portrayal of Churchill during a pivotal moment in history.
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Recommended by Yuriy Timen for its historical context of World War II and parallels to the current war in Ukraine.
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Mentioned by Jim Lanzone when discussing maintaining optimism during challenging times, referencing Churchill's leadership during WWII.
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Mentioned by Martin and Tanya as a book about Winston Churchill during World War II.
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Ryan Holiday as a book inspired by the contrast between natural splendor and human vileness during World War II in London.
Ryan Holiday as a book inspired by the contrast between natural splendor and human vileness during World War II in London.
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Recommended by 
Joel Greenblatt as a fascinating read about Churchill's first year in office during WWII.
Joel Greenblatt as a fascinating read about Churchill's first year in office during WWII.
Joel Greenblatt – Common Sense for Value at Gotham Capital (Capital Allocators, EP.165)
