Overview

The Opposition Years offers a unique analysis of Winston Churchill's leadership of the Conservative Party, from the Tory's crushing defeat in the 1945 General Election to its triumphant return to government office in 1951. This study focuses on the crucial significance of Churchill's leadership style that enabled the Tories to restructure the party's organization and rethink conservative approaches to the welfare state.

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This work provides a carefully researched study of an important but neglected aspect of Churchill's career. By focusing on Churchill's roles as party leader, the author has produced a useful book for those with interests in political parties as well as students of Churchill's unique leadership skills. (William W. Lammers, University of Southern California) Dr. Mayer examines a heretofore neglected aspect of Churchill's postwar political experience and brings fresh insights into his role in the recovery of the Conservative party from its 1945 electoral debacle. (John R. Hubbard, President Emeritus University of Southern California)

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The Author: Frank A. Mayer received his Ph.D. in History at the University of Southern California. He has published and lectured on Winston Churchill's role in leading England's post World War II Conservative Party. Dr. Mayer teaches history at California State University, Los Angeles.

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