“Winston himself lived ninety years without once drawing his own bath or riding on a bus. He took the tube just once. His wife had to send a party to rescue him; helpless, he was whirling round and round the tunnels under London.”
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The Last Lion: Winston Spencer Churchill
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William Manchester
William Manchester was a renowned American historian and biographer, born on April 1, 1922, and passed away on June 1, 2004. His works are known for their in-depth research and vivid narrative, with notable titles including 'The American Century' and 'Cromwell'. more
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