Attlee

Robert Pearce's lucid and drily amusing study examines the life and leadership of Clement Attlee, revealing the ambition and indecision behind his stern exterior alongside a uniquely moral vision.

Part of the Profiles in Power series, it covers Attlee's role as a key figure in modern British history, from his time in Churchill's wartime cabinet to leading the transformative Labour governments of 1945-51.

The book provides insight into his political career, achievements, and the context of Labour history.