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Harold Wilson: Twentieth Century Man

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Harold Wilson: Twentieth Century Man

By: Alan Johnson
Narrated by: Alan Johnson
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The ex-politician and bestselling author Alan Johnson, who was a Labour cabinet minister under Tony Blair and Gordon Brown, takes on the life and premierships of Harold Wilson.

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This is a short overview of an interesting politician who I admit to knowing relatively little of. Authors narrating their books is a double edged sword and althought I love Johnson, do feel this is one occasion that a pro might have been a better choice.

Good overview of an interesting life

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A short sharp portrayal of an astute and very able politician who guided this country through a period of great change and into the new age of technology and innovation.
Our country should be forever grateful for his leadership and courage in keeping us out of the Vietnam war and in the opening of the Open University, as well as the abolition of the death penalty in our nation.

A kind and generous portrayal of visionary politician.

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A very good account of a Prime Minister who in current times, is grossly under valued for the life changing policies he bestowed upon our country.

Harold Wilson more we know.

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Reassuringly well researched and realised. I remain a huge admirer of this author., therefore recommended.

Predictably superb

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An interesting life well told with facts that I was not aware of. Highly recommended

Well written well read

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