Aneurin Bevan, 1897-1960

by michael-foot

When Aneurin Bevan died in 1960 he was acclaimed as an outstanding political figure, a parliamentary debater of the first order and a man of courage and personal magnetism. Yet he spent his life at the centre of a ferocious political controversy. This biography unravels the details of his life.

Genres: Biography, Politics, History

634 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1963

Reviews

[Christopher Kelsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Engrossing biography of the greatest socialist ever to hold office in a British government. An ultimately poignant history that has uncomfortable resonances with the present day

[Paul · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a wonderful biography of Aneurin Bevan the Welsh firebrand politician and the father of the NHS. Written by former Labour leader Michael Foot this is a wonderfully written and knowledgable account of Bevan's life and his politics. His loves and his dislikes. From being self educated former miner to British master politician especially post world war 2.

I really enjoyed this book

[Neil Horne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Truly inspirational.

[Chris Danes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Essential reading for lefties.