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Liz Truss's disastrous premiership was the shortest and most chaotic in British history. In the space of just 49 days, Truss witnessed the death of the longest-reigning monarch, attempted to remould the economy, triggered a collapse in the value of Sterling and was forced on a series of embarrassing U-turns that ultimately led to her resignation. The aftershocks of her time in office are still felt today. How did she blow her opportunity so spectacularly?

Based on exclusive interviews with key aides, allies and insiders, and focusing on the critical steps that led to her demise, this gripping behind-the-scenes work of contemporary history gives the definitive account of Truss's premiership.

©2024 Anthony Seldon (P)2024 W. F. Howes Ltd Europe Great Britain Politicians Politics & Activism Politics & Government Women in Politics World Thought-Provoking Capitalism
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Appreciating that this happened only two years ago it still can’t be underestimated how seismic some of these political events were. While there have been several accounts recently including a few which surprised me that completely absolved Truss of any blame (mr Peston being a good example), this is a fair assessment of all of the events that happened over this time and they really enjoyable listen that I could barely stop having on in the background.

The only thing I would knock this book down for isthe irritating effete voice used whenever quoting anything that Liz Truss said. In fairness this style carries over in a number of other books.

A wonderful account of truly momentous politics

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Despite the pomposity of the reader, the contents are fascinating. the book highlights the inherent faults and dangers of our flawed system of government, which of course will never change. it is quite pointed just how dangerous politicians are to our fragile country and the "ordinary" millions who inhabit it and desperately want to be proud. She was empowered by the morass of think tank members, all unelected of course, including the authors father. All in all a worthwhile listen for those who no longer trust ANY politician.

fascinating insights

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A forensic account of Truss's failings as PM. As well as re-telling the chaos and madness at the top of the Conservative party the book compares the former PM's performance in office with her predecessors' and judges her against the qualities required to be a good prime minister. Incredibly well sourced, vividly written and entertainingly performed.

Excellent

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Good overall timeline. Particularly did not like the weird voice narrator gave to Truss. God knows her voice was weird enough for real. I did wonder in places where the sources were for some of the scenes came from. Eg sacking Kwasi Kwarteng. Still, it brought back some important points, like how little support she had from MPs, and despite what she thought, little from general public.

Interesting reminder of events

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This is a good listen. A well written trip down memory lane about one of the worst Prime Ministers in history.

Good.

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