Beschreibung:
This comprehensive biography of H. H. Asquith challenges previous notions of his developments, virtues, and failures as a political and war leader. By examining Asquith's education and early career, the author uncovers a new understanding of the prime minister's rationale and successes during the challenges of wartime.
Chapter 1: Family, youth, and education (1852-1874)Chapter 2: Early legal career and election to Parliament (1875-1892)Chapter 3: Home Secretary (1892-1895)Chapter 4: Waiting in the wings (1896-1905)Chapter 5: Chancellor of the Exchequer (1905-1908)Chapter 6: Prime Minister (1908-1914)Chapter 7: Family troubles and the road to war (1905-1914)Chapter 8: Leading a Liberal government at war (August 1914 - May 1915)Chapter 9: Leading a coalition government at war (May 1915 - December 1916)Chapter 10: Last of the Romans (December 1916 - October 1927)