Churchill's Little Redhead

Celia Sandys, Winston Churchill's granddaughter, wrote 'Churchills Little Redhead,' which details her life as well as her grandfather's. She traveled with him on the 'Christina, Aristotle Onassis's superyacht, and witnessed the romance between Onassis and Maria Callas. Celia also shares her three marriages and the deaths of her mother and aunt.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 21 October 2021
Publisher: Fonthill Media Ltd

Celia Sandys, the granddaughter of Winston Churchill, authored the autobiography 'Churchills Little Redhead.' Celia embarked on a remarkable journey in 1959, accompanying her grandparents on the luxurious 'Christina, Aristotle Onassis's superyacht.' The voyage included a grand tour of the Mediterranean, where she witnessed the captivating romance between Onassis and Maria Callas, a love affair that led to two divorces within a year. Celia was born in 1943 in war-torn London, daughter of Duncan Sandys, her grandfather's Minister of Supply in his war cabinet, and Diana Churchill. She vividly recalls post-war rationing and the resilient spirit that prevailed during that time. In her spirited book, Celia shares the ups and downs of her three marriages, giving birth to three sons and a daughter. She tenderly addresses the passing of her divorced mother and her beloved aunt, Sarah, who succumbed to alcoholism after the sudden loss of her husband.

After her children had flown the nest, Celia pursued a new career as an author, writing three books about her grandfather. One of these, 'Chasing Churchill,' inspired her to present it as a television series, where she embarked on a global journey retracing her grandfather's footsteps. From his military adventures in Cuba and the Boer War to his crucial wartime meetings with President Roosevelt and numerous visits to the United States, Celia's series explores Churchill's remarkable life and legacy. Celia's eventful life is a captivating read, showcasing her modern and independent spirit.

Weight: 514g
Dimension: 164 x 241 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781781558553