A concise history of each of the UK's twentieth-century Prime Ministers, from Robert Gascoyne-Cecil to Tony Blair, featuring archival images and documents.This book gives an overview of each of the British Prime Ministers of the twentieth century, summarising their premierships, their policies, and the key events. It is lavishly illustrated with images of documents from The National Archives which give a fresh dimension to the study of the Prime Minister's role, providing insights into their personalities and the pressures that Prime Ministers are subject to. Handwritten comments by Prime Ministers enable the reader to connect with the individual and how they felt at the time. There are dramatic episodes and examples of forthright reactions, but flashes of humour too.
Mark Dunton is Principal Records Specialist for Contemporary records at The National Archives, specialising in 20th century British political, social and economic history. Mark is a regular media spokesperson for The National Archives on the annual releases of governmental files and has given numerous television, radio and press interviews about the Prime Minister's office records and Cabinet Papers.
