The Churchill factor

In this book, Boris Johnson details the life and impact of Winston Churchill, emphasizing his leadership during World War II and his broader influence on British and world history.

Johnson portrays Churchill as a genius with contagious bravery, breathtaking eloquence, and matchless strategizing.

The book covers Churchill's career as a journalist, soldier, and social reformer, and discusses his role in shaping the welfare state, inventing the RAF and the tank, and his critical contributions to Britain's victory in both World Wars.

Johnson argues that Churchill's unique personality and determination were crucial in changing the course of history, making him a resounding human rebuttal to the idea that history is driven solely by impersonal economic forces.