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Erik Larson

The Splendid and the Vile: A Saga of Churchill, Family, and Defiance During the Blitz

Erik LarsonNonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020

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Essay Topics

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Who, in your judgment, is the most important member of Churchill’s inner circle, and why?

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What are the main criticisms of Churchill’s leadership by his opponents in Parliament?

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Has Larson structured his historical narrative like conventional fiction? If so, what event do you see as the climax of the book?

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