Making Friends with Hitler

The biography offers a fresh perspective on the events leading to World War II by focusing on Lord Londonderry, a wealthy British aristocrat and Nazi supporter. Kershaw explores Londonderry's connections to prominent figures like Winston Churchill and the king, revealing a complex interplay of miscalculations and decisions that shaped the era. This examination challenges the conventional narratives of appeasement and aggression, highlighting the intricate realities that contributed to one of history's most significant conflicts.