The glamorous page-turning story of the incredible life of Nancy Astor, Britain's first female MP.
Adrian Fort was educated at Eton and Oxford where he was subsequently a Clarendon Fellow. He practised as a barrister and became involved with politics before pursuing a financial career. He has published many articles on financial and economic matters and has broadcast frequently on the radio. His previous books include Prof- The Life of Frederick Lindemann and Archibald Wavell- The Life and Times of an Imperial Servant.
Fort casts fresh light on a remarkable woman, whose toughness and
independence of opinion allowed this outsider to chart a new course
for women.
*Good Book Guide*
The spirited story of the indomitable girl from America who married
a millionaire and fought fiercely to become Britain’s first female
MP
*Sunday Times*
Fort’s well researched biography is excellent
*Scotsman*
Adrian Fort does justice to her energetic, forceful and outspoken
personality
*Daily Express*
A masterful and compassionate book, every bit as multi-facet as the
extraordinary woman
*Country Life*
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