In churchill a study in greatness one of britains most distinguished historians makes sense of this extraordinary man and his long controversial colorful contradictory and heroic career. In the biography churchill a study in greatness the british author geoffrey best paints a portrait of a remarkable statesman leader and person in winston churchill he sets out to provide insight into churchills unique character and energy through description of his actions in significant periods or in relation to specific themes. Winston churchills inspiring leadership in the second world war once put him above criticism in recent years his record has come under attack in churchill a study in greatness one of britains. 1queen mary university of london close mobile search navigation article navigation