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Truss at 10

By: Anthony Seldon, Jonathan Meakin
Narrated by: Mark Elstob
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Summary

Liz Truss's disastrous premiership was the shortest and most chaotic in British history. In the space of just 49 days, Truss witnessed the death of the longest-reigning monarch, attempted to remould the economy, triggered a collapse in the value of Sterling and was forced on a series of embarrassing U-turns that ultimately led to her resignation. The aftershocks of her time in office are still felt today. How did she blow her opportunity so spectacularly?

Based on exclusive interviews with key aides, allies and insiders, and focusing on the critical steps that led to her demise, this gripping behind-the-scenes work of contemporary history gives the definitive account of Truss's premiership.

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I'll admit from the outset that I am no Tory and therefore maybe enjoyed this a little more than perhaps I should have, The overwhelming ego of a person who had not even led their party to believe they could have succeeded as PM is astonishing. But perhaps we should really lay the blame with the party members who actually thought she could, with very little regard to the rest of us! The 'behind the scenes' antics and conversations are very enjoyable. Considering the short length of time she was at No 10 there is an awful lot to say.
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brilliant documentation of an incredible time in British history. My son was born on Muni Budget day so my memories were blurry but this more than filled them in! a must read.

probably the most mental time in British politics

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Excellent audiobook which categorised in grim detail just how awful Truss was as a PM.

The Sources.

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Well written, although it’s hard to fathom the claim that she is intelligent, as the criteria were not defined. Would have been interesting to analyse the capability of the Tory party voters who voted for her, as the qualities described in this book were clearly evident before her election. Also what on earth was Cameron thinking to bring her into government? It is said that the electorate get the government they deserve….

Well written but toe curling subject matter.

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a very fair and well-sourced traipse through the short hell that was the Trussell premiership.

not as traumatic to re-live as I feared

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