About the Book
Explore Churchill’s journey from his mother Jennie Jerome, a fascination with America and its Presidents including Franklin D Roosevelt, through to the Atlantic Treaty, Bretton Woods and the shaping of a New World Order. – which endures despite being threatened by the modern rising of totalitarianism and Trump’s Tarriff Tsunami shock to the Global Trade System.
At a time when the global order feels increasingly fragile, Churchill’s Fascination with America and Its Presidents delivers a strikingly relevant exploration of the transatlantic vision that shaped the last 80 years of international stability.
Economist and international analyst Steve Jones and co-author Deny-Ray Jones trace the unique thread linking Winston Churchill’s American heritage, his early encounters with the United States, and his extraordinary partnerships with presidents from Theodore Roosevelt to Harry S. Truman. Through meticulous research and vivid historical narrative, the authors reveal how Churchill’s fascination with America evolved into a strategic doctrine, one that culminated in the Atlantic Charter, the Bretton Woods agreements, and the creation of multilateral institutions that redefined global cooperation.
But this is more than a historical biography. It is an investigation into the durability, and fragility, of that world order today. The book challenges readers to confront uncomfortable questions: Can the rules-based system survive rising authoritarianism and economic nationalism? What happens when U.S. leadership retreats? And what lessons might Churchill’s vision offer as we face a fractured, multipolar world?
Devoid of nostalgia yet rich with insight, this work is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the past as a guide to navigating the future. Perfect for readers of global affairs, history, and politics, it offers both a deep historical lens and a timely warning about what may come next.
Critical Acclaim
This book is both a fascinating historical study and a timely reflection on today’s world. The authors do an excellent job of tracing Churchill’s deep ties to America, from his family heritage and early visits to his legendary partnerships with U.S. presidents. The narrative is rich with detail, yet highly readable, weaving together major milestones like the Atlantic Charter, Bretton Woods, and the rise of multilateral institutions. What makes it truly stand out is how it bridges past and present. It’s not just about Churchill—it’s about how his vision of transatlantic cooperation shaped decades of stability and what that means for us now, as democracy and global order face new pressures. The questions raised about U.S. leadership, authoritarian resurgence, and the fragility of today’s institutions make this book feel urgently relevant.