Hero of the Empire: The Boer War, a Daring Escape, and the Making of Winston Churchill

Ambition. Tens of thousands of pages have been written by and about Winston Churchill, and a general reader may wonder whether a single sliver of his life will be worth taking the time to read. My answer is an overwhelming “yes,” should you choose Candice Millard’s finely written book titled, Hero of the Empire: The Boer War, a Daring Escape, and the Making of Winston Churchill. The Boer War came at a formative time in Churchill’s life and his raw ambition to make a name for himself during this war comes through with great clarity, thanks to Millard’s fine writing. She tells an engaging story, and highlights those key elements that convey the depth and complexity of Winston Churchill. Anyone who enjoys reading history that’s well-written and with any interest at all in Winston Churchill will likely find hours of pleasure while reading this book. Rating: Five-star (I love it) Click here to purchase Hero of the Empire from amazon.com.