1874-1904

Here, in his own words, are the fascinating first thirty years in the life of one of the most provocative and captivating leaders of the twentieth century: Winston Churchill.

As a visionary, statesman, and historian, as well as the most eloquent speaker against Nazi Germany, Winston Churchill was one of the greatest figures of the twentieth century. In this autobiography, Churchill reflects on his childhood, his school years, his time as a war correspondent in South Africa during the Boer War, and his initial steps into politics as a member of Parliament. My Early Life not only provides readers with insights into the making of a great leader but, as Churchill himself wrote, "a picture of a bygone era." To fully understand Winston Churchill and his time, My Early Life is essential reading.