Holmes, Richard
Marlborough: Britain's Greatest General: England's Fragile Genius
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007225729
- author:
- Holmes, Richard
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Harper Perennial
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- British & Irish history: c 1700 to c 1900
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Richard Holmes presents a compelling account of John Churchill, the Duke of Marlborough, a man who rose from humble beginnings to become Britain's greatest soldier. Churchill's military prowess was matched by his strategic genius, and his victories at Blenheim, Ramilies, Oudenarde, and Malplaquet cemented his position as a major player on the European stage.
Yet Churchill's life was also marked by controversy and intrigue. He navigated the complex web of alliances and rivalries that defined 17th-century Europe, often walking a fine line between loyalty and self-interest. This biography offers a nuanced and engaging portrait of a complex figure, one who was both a brilliant military commander and a shrewd politician.
Through his correspondence, financial dealings, and personal relationships, Holmes sheds light on the inner workings of Churchill's mind and the factors that drove his successes and failures. A fascinating and meticulously researched biography, Marlborough is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in military history, politics, or the complexities of human nature.
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