Pearce, Robert

Attlee (Profiles In Power)

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ISBN 13:: 9780582256903
author:: Pearce, Robert
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Routledge
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1997
Pages:: 216
Dimensions:: 21.6 x 13.9 x 1.2 centimeters (0
Genre:: History, General, History,
Condition:: New
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Attlee: A Study in Ambition and Indecision Clement Attlee is one of the most significant figures in modern British history. As a key member of Churchill's War Cabinet and the premier of the first majority Labour Government, he played a crucial role in shaping the country's future. His legacy includes the creation of the Welfare State, nationalisation of industry, and securing India's independence. However, Attlee's political stature remains complex and open to interpretation. Robert Pearce's study offers a nuanced exploration of his character, revealing both ambition and indecision. This book provides a fresh perspective on Attlee's life and legacy, shedding light on the moral vision that drove his policies. By examining Attlee's life and career, this book offers a thought-provoking analysis of one of Britain's most important leaders.

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