The Spendid and The Vile
by Erik Larson
Powell's Staff Pick
Larson takes his excellent storytelling to new depths as he leads the reader through Winston Churchill's first year as prime minister. The Splendid and the Vile is not just focused on military strategy, but also the drama of the Churchill family and their close circle of friends and confidants. Larson is an expert at finding equally minute and entertaining tidbits about history that seem to get forgotten or left behind by other authors. As someone who's read many books about World War II, I found this a completely fresh and interesting read. Recommended By Jeffrey J., Powells.com
I wouldn't have thought anyone could make me want to read a 608-page book about Churchill and the Blitz, but Larson once again sucked me in with his exhaustive research and beautiful writing. Reading this doesn't feel like a chore, but rather an immersive, nail-biting escape into a different time and place. It's stunning. Recommended By Leah C., Powells.com
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