Churchill's Peacetime Ministry, 1951-55

The book offers an in-depth analysis of the Churchill government from 1951 to 1955, utilizing Churchill's political papers and correspondence, particularly with President Eisenhower. It reveals a government marked by significant disagreements on both foreign and domestic policies, contrasting with the unity seen during wartime. Despite challenges, including Churchill's stroke and Eden's illness, the administration achieved notable diplomatic successes, while figures like Butler and Macmillan rose to prominence within the political landscape.