The last titans : how Churchill and de Gaulle saved their nations and transformed the world / Richard Vinen.
A comparative biography examining the intertwined lives and political careers of British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and French leader Charles de Gaulle. The work explores their roles during the Second World War, their leadership of resistance against Nazi Germany, and their influence on postwar national identity and international politics in Britain and France. It also analyzes their personal relationship, leadership styles, and historical legacies within the context of twentieth-century European history.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781668064849
- ISBN: 1668064847
- Physical Description: 388 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 24 cm
- Edition: First Simon & Schuster hardcover edition.
- Publisher: New York, NY : Simon & Schuster, 2026.
- Copyright: ©2026
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- Originally published: 2025.
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
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- Subject:
- Churchill, Winston, 1874-1965
Gaulle, Charles de, 1890-1970
Presidents > France > Biography.
Prime ministers > Great Britain > Biography.
France > History > 20th century.
Great Britain > History > 20th century.
Presidents > France.
World War, 1939-1945 > Political aspects > Great Britain.
World War, 1939-1945 > Political aspects > France.
Political leadership > History > 20th century. - Genre:
- Biographies.
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- 4 of 7 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Madison County Public Library.
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- 0 current holds with 7 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Springs Library | 940.53 VIN (Text) | 30229101318581 | Adult New Nonfiction | Available | - |
