Last Lion: Winston Spencer Churchill: Defender of the Realm, 1940-1965

Description: Spanning the years 1940-1965, this third volume in Manchester's biography picks up shortly after Churchill became prime minister, as his tiny island nation stood alone against the overwhelming might of Nazi Germany.

Review Quotes: "Majestic . . . This book is superb. It has tremendous pace, rich detail and immense drama."--The Washington Post

"Masterful . . . The collaboration completes the Churchill portrait in a seamless manner, combining the detailed research, sharp analysis and sparkling prose that readers of the first two volumes have come to expect."--Associated Press

"Matches the outstanding quality of biographers such as Robert Caro and Edmund Morris, joining this elite bank of writers who devote their lives to one subject."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"Breathtaking . . . brilliant and beautiful, evocative."--The Boston Globe

"A must-read finale for those who loved Manchester's first two books."--USA Today

"The final volume is . . . majestic and inspiring."--People

"One of the most thorough treatments of Churchill so far produced."--Library Journal (starred review)