...the best English biography of de Gaulle."--The New York Times Book Review "...a splendid popular biography...recounted with verve and anecdotal warmth."--Publishers Weekly Now in paper! This meticulously researched biography gives insight into the pivotal events of the 20th century and the French leader's relationships with other renowned figures, including Churchill, FDR, Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy, and Henry Kissinger. It also contrasts the emotional, affectionate private man with the image of the cold, ruthless autocrat, de Gaulle presented to the world. CHARLES WILLIAMS (Lord Williams of Elvel) (London, England) is Deputy Leader of the opposition in the British House of Lords.
| ISBN: | 9780471117117 |
| Publication date: | 20th March 1995 |
| Author: | C Williams |
| Publisher: | John Wiley & Sons Inc an imprint of John Wiley and Sons Ltd |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 544 pages |
| Genres: |
International relations Biography: historical, political and military European history Central / national / federal government policies |