Churchill and Orwell. The battle for freedom | Thomas Ricks

About the book "Churchill and Orwell"

1937 year. George Orwell returns to Great Britain after participating in the Spanish Civil War, where he was seriously wounded in the throat. At this time, Winston Churchill fights against the appeasement policy of the aggressor, becoming a voice of resistance on the way to the Second World War. Although these two men have never met, their lives of struggle and courage have more in common than one might imagine.

The prime minister who led Britain through the horrors of war and the writer who created the immortal dystopia "1984" may seem dissimilar at first glance, but both were brave, adventurous, ready to stand up to injustice, and their ideas remain relevant to this day. Journalist Thomas Ricks investigates how these two legendary figures found their place in history, despite their own mistakes and different political views. The book details their impact on the world, their warnings to future generations, and their steadfast commitment to the values ​​of freedom and truth.

What is good about the book "Churchill and Orwell"
- Shows that even people with opposing views can share common moral values.
- Tells unknown facts about two great figures, including how Churchill wrote love letters during government meetings or how Orwell hid in the ruins of a church while fleeing Spain.
- The book is written by a journalist, a two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize, which guarantees the accuracy and excitement of the story.
- Reads like a gripping novel, with many incredible moments, such as Orwell's survival after being shot in the throat or Churchill's escape on a train in the dark of night.

About Thomas Ricks
Thomas Ricks is a famous American journalist, a two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize. He has written for Foreign Policy, the Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post, and is the author of several books on military affairs and national defense.