'This excellent book shows how all-consuming was Churchill's lust for fame, glory and medals. A well- researched and compelling adventure story, this well written, fast-moving narrative is a fine portrait of a young man in a hurry, albeit one who cuts corners to reach his glorious destination.' Andrew Roberts - Literary Review 'Original and hugely entertaining.one of the most evocative and engaging books on Churchill I have ever read' The Mail on Sunday.