The Unknown Lloyd George

David Lloyd George is widely regarded as one of the most effective British prime ministers of the twentieth century. A dynamic speaker and committed social reformer he led Britain successfully through the devastation of World War I and had a powerful impact on international politics. In the post-war peace treaties he sought a just rather than a vengeful settlement for the defeated powers in an attempt to preserve a peaceful international order. Whilst Lloyd George''s achievements were undoubtedly substantial his political record was not entirely without blemish and in his personal life he was a fascinating and complex character. Renowned as a womaniser after 1913 he retained two separate households - one with his wife and one with his mistress his former private secretary. Based on extensive research Travis L. Crosby provides a fresh appraisal of the life of one of Britain''s most conflicted politicians.